https://neurosciencenews.com/neuroscience-topics/neurotech/ Neuroscience News provides research news for neuroscience, neurology, psychology, AI, brain science, mental health, robotics and cognitive sciences. Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:33:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://neurosciencenews.com/files/2020/08/cropped-Neuroscience-News-Site-Icon-512-comp-32x32.jpg https://neurosciencenews.com/neuroscience-topics/neurotech/ 32 32 https://neurosciencenews.com/neural-inhibition-neurotech-25518/ https://neurosciencenews.com/neural-inhibition-neurotech-25518/#comments Wed, 24 Jan 2024 15:20:31 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99661 Researchers developed a groundbreaking technology to track when brain cells deactivate, a key process known as inhibition. This technique allows a deeper understanding of normal brain functions and disorders like depression, PTSD, and Alzheimer's. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/neural-inhibition-neurotech-25518/feed/ 1 https://neurosciencenews.com/robotic-human-walking-25509/ https://neurosciencenews.com/robotic-human-walking-25509/#comments Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:12:35 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99624 Researchers achieved a significant advancement in robotics by replicating human-like variable speed walking using a musculoskeletal model. This model, steered by a reflex control method akin to the human nervous system, enhances our understanding of human locomotion and sets new standards for robotic technology. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/robotic-human-walking-25509/feed/ 1 https://neurosciencenews.com/synapshot-synapse-observation-25489/ https://neurosciencenews.com/synapshot-synapse-observation-25489/#respond Thu, 18 Jan 2024 20:25:32 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99546 A pioneering research team developed SynapShot, the first technique enabling real-time observation of synapse formation and changes. This groundbreaking method involves conjugating dimerization-dependent fluorescent proteins to synapses, allowing the team to track live synapse dynamics. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/synapshot-synapse-observation-25489/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/tms-depression-25469/ https://neurosciencenews.com/tms-depression-25469/#respond Tue, 16 Jan 2024 23:39:56 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99467 A major clinical trial, BRIGhTMIND, reveals that MRI-guided Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) significantly eases symptoms of severe depression for at least six months. The study, involving five centers across England, marks a substantial advancement over previous TMS treatments, which showed improvements lasting only 1-3 months. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/tms-depression-25469/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/neurotech-heart-brain-25462/ https://neurosciencenews.com/neurotech-heart-brain-25462/#respond Tue, 16 Jan 2024 15:30:00 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99438 The Journal of the American Heart Association's special issue showcases the progress of innovative digital technology projects, funded by over $14 million from the American Heart Association's Health Technologies and Innovation Research Network. These projects, launched in 2020, aim to improve global heart and brain health, addressing the gap in technology-based healthcare solutions. This issue features the first collection of work from multidisciplinary teams at renowned institutions, highlighting the synergy of technology and healthcare. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/neurotech-heart-brain-25462/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/deep-brain-neural-implant-25444/ https://neurosciencenews.com/deep-brain-neural-implant-25444/#respond Thu, 11 Jan 2024 14:28:40 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99353 Researchers create a transparent graphene-based neural implant offering high-resolution brain activity data from the surface. The implant's dense array of tiny graphene electrodes enables simultaneous recording of electrical and calcium activity in deep brain layers. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/deep-brain-neural-implant-25444/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/organoid-tissue-neurodevelopment-25436/ https://neurosciencenews.com/organoid-tissue-neurodevelopment-25436/#respond Mon, 08 Jan 2024 21:53:46 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99300 Scientists have created 3D brain organoids from human fetal tissue that self-organize, offering a new way to study brain development and diseases. These mini-brains contain various brain cell types and extracellular matrix, closely resembling the human brain. They also show potential for cancer research and drug testing.]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/organoid-tissue-neurodevelopment-25436/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-robotic-suit-25427/ https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-robotic-suit-25427/#comments Fri, 05 Jan 2024 14:59:57 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99265 Researchers deploy a soft, wearable robot to combat freezing, a common and debilitating symptom of Parkinson's disease. The robot, worn around the hips and thighs, provides a gentle push during leg swings, helping patients achieve longer strides.]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-robotic-suit-25427/feed/ 2 https://neurosciencenews.com/pain-brain-stimulation-hypnotism-25417/ https://neurosciencenews.com/pain-brain-stimulation-hypnotism-25417/#respond Thu, 04 Jan 2024 15:16:34 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99232 Researchers have found that targeted electrical stimulation of the brain can temporarily increase a person's hypnotizability, potentially allowing more individuals to benefit from hypnosis-based therapies for pain relief and other conditions. In a study involving participants with fibromyalgia, electrical stimulation delivered to the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex boosted hypnotizability for about an hour. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/pain-brain-stimulation-hypnotism-25417/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/top-10-neuroscience-news-2023-25408/ https://neurosciencenews.com/top-10-neuroscience-news-2023-25408/#comments Tue, 02 Jan 2024 22:37:53 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99187 The year 2023 witnessed groundbreaking discoveries in neuroscience, offering unprecedented insights into the human brain. From animal-free brain organoids to the effects of optimism on cognitive skills, these top 10 articles have unveiled the mysteries of the mind. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/top-10-neuroscience-news-2023-25408/feed/ 3 https://neurosciencenews.com/synaptic-transistor-ai-25402/ https://neurosciencenews.com/synaptic-transistor-ai-25402/#respond Fri, 29 Dec 2023 22:42:24 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99160 Researchers developed a groundbreaking synaptic transistor inspired by the human brain. This device can simultaneously process and store information, mimicking the brain's capacity for higher-level thinking.]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/synaptic-transistor-ai-25402/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/spinal-cord-stimulation-phantom-limb-pain-25372/ https://neurosciencenews.com/spinal-cord-stimulation-phantom-limb-pain-25372/#respond Fri, 15 Dec 2023 21:57:32 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99028 Researchers made a significant breakthrough in treating phantom limb pain in lower-limb amputees. Their study demonstrates how spinal cord stimulation, triggered by pressure sensors on a prosthetic foot, can restore sensation in the missing foot and significantly reduce phantom limb pain.]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/spinal-cord-stimulation-phantom-limb-pain-25372/feed/ 0