mind
Alpha-rhythm brain stimulation shown to boost creativity
Posted in Medicine on 18th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
'Weve provided the first evidence that specifically enhancing alpha oscillations is a causal trigger of a specific and complex behavior, in this case, creativity.'
Gene study may explain why some remain quick thinkers
Posted in Science on 17th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
Genetic differences could explain why some people are quicker thinkers in middle age and later life, a study of data from 30,000 people suggests.
A typing test may be able to diagnose Parkinson's
Posted in Medicine on 5th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
A number of conditions might slow the signal from the brain to the fingers, such as diseases that affect the central nervous system, including Parkinsons.
'Lightning bolts' in the brain reveal how the brain encodes and stores information without disrupting previously acquired memories
Posted in Medicine on 2nd Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
This could help explain the underlying neural circuit problems in brain disorders.
A brain-machine interface to control a prosthetic hand
Posted in Hardware on 1st Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
Non-invasive technique allows amputee to control prosthetic hand by his thoughts.