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Brain scan patterns identify objects being viewed

Researchers at NIMH found that brain activity patterns are unique to each category of object, with even weak responses conveying information about attributes. The study suggests a 'topography' of responses in the ventral temporal lobe of the visual cortex, enabling the brain to represent complex attributes of objects and faces

SourceNIH/National Institute of Mental Health·JournalScience·DateSep 27, 2001

Detecting Alzheimer's

The NeuroGraph device, developed with Office of Naval Research funding, reads brain activity through a cap outfitted with electrodes to analyze differences from the norm. Pharmaceutical trials may also utilize NeuroGraph to test new drugs' efficacy on brain activity.

SourceOffice of Naval Research·DateSep 19, 2001

Optical technique studies brain activity without surgery on skull

Researchers have developed a non-invasive optical technique to measure blood flow and oxygen consumption in the brain, allowing for simultaneous detection of both blood profusion and neural activity. This breakthrough could lead to new diagnostic, prognostic, and clinical applications.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·DateAug 1, 2001

Brain parses 'movies of our lives' into small meaningful chunks

Researchers found brain areas that track continuous event boundaries, even in passive viewing, suggesting a natural process of segmentation. This study has practical implications for designing better tools for teaching new activities and understanding perception across time.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateJul 2, 2001
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Infants of depressed mothers show atypical brain activity

Research suggests that maternal depression may alter frontal brain activity associated with positive emotions in infants. The study found that infants of depressed mothers exhibited less left frontal EEG activity compared to right frontal EEG activity, indicating a potential impact on emotional processing.

SourceCenter for Advancing Health·JournalChild Development·DateSep 23, 1999