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"Hidden consciousness" may be present in 25% of unresponsive patients
Posted in Science on 27th Aug, 2024
by Alex Muller
A new study suggests that up to 25% of unresponsive patients with severe brain injuries may have "hidden consciousness," showing signs of awareness despite appearing unresponsive.
Memory-boosting devices tested in humans
Posted in Medicine on 4th Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller
A strategy designed to improve memory by delivering brain stimulation through implanted electrodes is undergoing trials in humans.
DARPA's Targeted Electrical Stimulation of the Brain boosts Memory
Posted in Hardware on 20th Sep, 2015
by Alex Muller
Electrical arrays implanted in the brain show promise in their ability to improve patients' scores on memory tests.