The themed issue highlights advances in nosology, covert consciousness assessment, neuromedical morbidity, neurorehabilitation evaluation, and medicolegal challenges. Patients with severe brain injuries may have better prognoses than previously believed, but require careful assessment due to high misdiagnosis rates.
SourceIOS Press·JournalNeuroRehabilitation An International Interdisciplinary Journal·TypeSystematic review·DateMar 7, 2024
A study published in Nature tracked neural activity of freely moving macaques using wireless eye tracking and neural monitoring. The research found that the visual cortex plays an active role in social behavior by providing signals to the prefrontal cortex, enabling the decision to cooperate.
SourceRice University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 14, 2024
A new study published in Neurology found that young Black and Hispanic women with multiple sclerosis face greater challenges in pregnancy, have more advanced disease, and experience higher inflammation levels, which may signal MS progression. The researchers also noted disparities in healthcare access and treatment.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalNeurology·DateJan 23, 2024
Researchers at Ruhr University Bochum have identified molecules that block CO2 receptors in fruit flies, leading to potential insect repellents. The team's findings could also enable the development of a CO2 biosensor for detecting volatile substances.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 12, 2024
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A new study has identified a neural coding mechanism that allows for the transfer of information between perceptual and memory regions of the brain. This discovery challenges traditional understanding of brain organization and suggests that memory areas encode visual information in a 'photographic negative' format.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeImaging analysis·DateJan 2, 2024
Researchers discovered a striking similarity between AI models and the human brain's hippocampus, which enables powerful AI systems. By mimicking the NMDA receptor's gating process, they improved long-term memory in Transformer models.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 18, 2023
Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney have developed a portable, non-invasive system that can decode silent thoughts and turn them into text. The technology has been shown to achieve state-of-the-art performance in EEG translation, with an accuracy score of around 40% on BLEU-1.
SourceUniversity of Technology Sydney·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 11, 2023
Multimodal neuromonitoring (MNM) tracks blood flow, pressure, oxygen and glucose levels in the brain to inform treatment decisions. MNM has improved clinical outcomes for patients with severe traumatic brain injuries at the University of Cincinnati.
SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·JournalCritical Care Medicine·TypeSurvey·DateNov 16, 2023
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Researchers at MIT and MGH have developed a closed-loop system that monitors brain state to tailor propofol dose and achieve exactly the desired level of unconsciousness. This technology enables more than 18 hours of fine-grained consciousness control, reducing postoperative cognitive side effects in vulnerable groups.
SourcePicower Institute at MIT·JournalPNAS Nexus·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 31, 2023
Researchers at Sainsbury Wellcome Centre find frontal and parietal cortex play key role in encoding value of economic choices when faced with uncertainty. The study provides foundation for understanding neurobiology of risky decisions.
SourceSainsbury Wellcome Centre·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 19, 2023
Researchers have discovered that traumatic memories create new neural networks and associations between distinct networks, enabling fear-based learning and recall. The study used optical and machine-learning approaches to visualize the dynamics of brain activity during memory formation.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 12, 2023
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A new study by University of Rhode Island Professor Jaime Ross found microplastics infiltrate all systems of the body, causing behavioral changes and potentially leading to serious health consequences, including Alzheimer's disease. The researchers discovered microplastics accumulate in every organ, including the brain, and alter immun...
SourceUniversity of Rhode Island·JournalInternational Journal of Molecular Sciences·TypeObservational study·DateAug 28, 2023
Researchers at UCSF and UC Berkeley have developed a brain-computer interface (BCI) that allows a woman with severe paralysis from a brainstem stroke to speak through a digital avatar. The system can decode brain signals into text at nearly 80 words per minute, making it a vast improvement over commercially available technology.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalNature·DateAug 23, 2023
Researchers identified new cell types in the developing fly's visual system using a tool that combines single-cell sequencing data with a novel algorithm. This discovery could provide exceptional tools for neuroscience to investigate developmental questions with high precision.
SourceNew York University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJul 31, 2023
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Scientists found that cooling or warming the striatum region slows down or speeds up activity patterns, which correlates with rats' timing judgements. This provides evidence for the 'population clock hypothesis', suggesting that brains use decentralized and flexible sense of time.
SourceChampalimaud Centre for the Unknown·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 13, 2023
A study led by Dartmouth College researchers found that participants' color memory improved when stimuli were meaningful and part of real-world objects. The results demonstrate that the capacity for visual working memory of colors is more continuous and flexible than previously thought, with better recall of colors in meaningful contexts.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalPsychological Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 10, 2023
A new study at Tel Aviv University found that older bats do indeed suffer from age-related hearing loss, but at a relatively slow rate compared to humans. The researchers believe that bats have developed special adaptations to cope with their noisy environment, which could provide insights into human hearing loss.
SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalLife Science Alliance·DateJun 18, 2023
Researchers have created a detailed map of human retinal organoid development, revealing information on cell types, proteins, and gene expression. The study uses advanced imaging techniques to visualize multiple proteins simultaneously and provides insights into retinal diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa.
SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateMay 8, 2023
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Researchers at Sainsbury Wellcome Centre found that instinctual exploratory runs enable mice to learn a map of the world efficiently. The study demonstrates how biological brains can learn faster and more efficiently than AI agents by focusing on salient objects.
SourceSainsbury Wellcome Centre·JournalNeuron·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 28, 2023
A groundbreaking study published in Nature Neuroscience shows that monkeys can think deeply about problems, consider multiple factors, and find optimal outcomes. This discovery challenges traditional views on animal intelligence and highlights the complexity of monkey cognition.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateApr 24, 2023
Researchers at MIT's Picower Institute have developed a new method to measure consciousness without external stimulation, using a breathing task internally prompted by the subject. This approach detected loss of responsiveness at lower concentrations of anesthetic than previous methods, suggesting it is more sensitive.
SourcePicower Institute at MIT·JournalBritish Journal of Anaesthesia·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 6, 2023
WVU engineers developed a new electrode cuff called MouseFlex to test electric current treatments, overcoming previous challenges with stability and durability. The device can withstand high electrical stimulation and may benefit patients with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and drug-resistant epilepsy.
SourceWest Virginia University·JournalActa Biomaterialia·DateApr 3, 2023
Researchers discovered that ocular drifts, tiny jitters in the eyes, can be influenced by prior knowledge of expected visual targets, indicating a surprising level of cognitive control. This study adds to our understanding of how vision is controlled and directed by cognitive processes.
SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·JournalCell·DateApr 3, 2023
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Researchers found 270 distinct differentially methylated regions (DMRs) in AD brains compared to normal controls, validating their key findings using an independent cohort. The study offers a novel approach to investigating the relationship between DNA methylation and gene/protein expression.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalAlzheimer s & Dementia·DateFeb 22, 2023
Research found that cocaine use disorder causes significant gene expression changes in brain regions associated with reward and habit formation, contributing to persistent behavioral abnormalities. The study also identified overlapping molecular changes between cocaine and opioid use disorders, offering potential for targeted treatments.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 10, 2023
Researchers discovered a neural system for self-localization in larval zebrafish using whole-brain functional imaging. The multiregional hindbrain circuit integrates visual information to form a memory of past displacements, correcting for accumulated displacements over many seconds.
SourceCell Press·JournalCell·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 22, 2022
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Researchers found increased wasteosomes in the brain, a manifestation of chronic glymphatic insufficiency. The finding suggests that this condition may be associated with ageing, cardiovascular disorders, and poor sleep quality.
SourceUniversity of Barcelona·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 30, 2022
Researchers used a neural network model to study how brain regions interact during sleep. They found that the hippocampus and neocortex work together to convert fleeting information into long-term memory. The findings suggest that alternating between REM and slow-wave sleep stages is crucial for strong memory formation.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateOct 24, 2022
Researchers discovered two distinct types of regret linked to separate parts of the brain, influencing stress response and mood disorders. Stress-susceptible mice were hypersensitive to one type, while healthy mice were sensitive to another.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 19, 2022
Researchers at Princeton University found that mice who displayed defensive behaviors after a stressful event were more resilient. They also discovered that activating dopamine while fighting back reinforced resilience, a finding that could potentially inform strategies for building human resilience.
SourcePrinceton University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 19, 2022
Neuroscientists at Sainsbury Wellcome Centre discovered that individual neurons in the visual cortex of mice are modulated separately by attention and running. The study found that spatial attention and running influence neurons independently, with different dynamics.
SourceSainsbury Wellcome Centre·JournalNeuron·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 21, 2022
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Research at Karolinska Institutet reveals the glymphatic system malfunctions during bacterial meningitis, causing a buildup of toxic garbage that damages brain cells. The study found increased signs of neuroinflammation and neuronal damage in rats infected with Streptococcus pneumoniae.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalmBio·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 29, 2022
A new study from the University of East Anglia found that brain regions responding to touch also respond to specific sounds associated with touching objects. This connection may help process sensory information more efficiently and has implications for mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, autism, or anxiety.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalCerebral Cortex·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 23, 2022
Researchers at CUNY Graduate Center explore how particles and cells give rise to large-scale dynamics that we experience as the passage of time. They found that the arrow of time emerges from simple interactions between pairs of neurons, not large groups. This discovery has implications for physics, neuroscience, and biology.
SourceThe Graduate Center, CUNY·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeMeta-analysis·DateAug 22, 2022
A study published in eLife identified three microRNAs that may impair healing in venous ulcers, a common type of chronic wound. The findings suggest that drugs targeting these microRNAs could help facilitate healing in patients, offering new approaches for treating this painful and slow-to-heal condition.
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The new human cell line, ABC, was developed from retinal pigment epithelial cells and retains their properties, allowing for the study of events relevant to normal repair processes. The research may lead to discoveries in senescence gene programming, neuroprotection, and cellular replacement therapies for blinding eye diseases
SourceLouisiana State University Health Sciences Center·JournalFrontiers in Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 12, 2022
Researchers from the University of Tsukuba develop a model that combines multiple theories to simulate motor learning in humans. The study found that larger amounts of motor exploration aid in learning sensitivity derivatives and transforming errors into motor corrections.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalNeural Networks·DateJun 23, 2022
A new AI system uses artificial neural networks to recognize objects more accurately and stably, despite changing visual inputs. The system mimics human eye movements to improve machine vision capabilities, reducing errors in self-driving cars and other applications.
SourceRIKEN·JournalPLOS Computational Biology·DateJun 22, 2022
A new computer model has been developed to rapidly scan cancer genomes and identify harmful driver mutations that contribute to tumor growth. The model, trained on genomic data from various types of cancer, found additional mutations in 5-10% of patients that could help doctors identify more effective treatment options.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateJun 20, 2022
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A new study reveals an 'expanding hole' illusion that deceives the brain, prompting a dilation reflex in the pupils and making us perceive more light. The illusion is perceived by approximately 86% of people and affects how our visual system anticipates and makes sense of the visual world.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Human Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 31, 2022
Researchers from the University of Minnesota and Imperial College London studied miniature robber flies' aerial feats, discovering they adjust their path based on visual stimuli to evade obstacles while chasing prey. The findings may inspire future innovation in robotic sensing capabilities.
SourceUniversity of Minnesota·JournalJournal of Experimental Biology·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 16, 2022
In a study published in Cell, researchers report that ventral spinocerebellar tract neurons (VSCTs) are both necessary and sufficient for regulating locomotor behavior in mice. Activation of VSCTs induces locomotion, while suppression halts it, demonstrating their crucial role in controlling this essential behavior.
SourceCell Press·JournalCell·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2022
A new wearable headset, Kernel Flow, monitors brain activity using time-domain fNIRS. The system can record high-resolution brain signals from across the brain with performance similar to conventional systems.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Biomedical Optics·DateJan 18, 2022
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The Human Brain Project unveiled its 8th annual Summit with presentations of new scientific insights and technologies. The project has developed a powerful new infrastructure called EBRAINS, which will serve generations of brain scientists.
Researchers at the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre have discovered a new brain circuit that enables mice to override their instincts based on previous experience. The ventral lateral geniculate nucleus (vLGN) inhibits threat reactions when animals feel safe, but activates them when danger is perceived.
SourceSainsbury Wellcome Centre·JournalNeuron·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 5, 2021
The Seminar for Neurotrauma and Diseases at Purdue University features innovative technologies to treat traumatic brain injuries, newly discovered biomarkers, and integrative neuroscience techniques. Researchers will showcase advancements in neurotrauma research with the help of industry leaders like Plexon.
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A recent study found 18 specific gene loci linked to PTSD, providing potential new targets for treatment. The research validated the disorder's underlying biology and genetic overlap between symptoms.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature Genetics·DateJan 28, 2021
Learning a new language alters how the brain divides labor between hemispheres. Comprehension becomes more specialized in one hemisphere, while production remains linked to the left hemisphere.
A study modelled psilocybin's interaction with the brain, explaining its therapeutic effects on depression, anxiety and addiction. The research integrated data from various imaging techniques to reveal the stimulation of serotonin receptors 5-HT2A involved in psychoactive modulation.
SourceUniversitat Pompeu Fabra - Barcelona·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 16, 2020
Researchers have discovered a new PET imaging biomarker that can better predict the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Microglial activation levels, as measured by TSPO-PET imaging, showed a significant correlation with cognitive outcomes in an amyloid mouse model.
SourceSociety of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging·JournalJournal of Nuclear Medicine·DateApr 4, 2019
Ubadah Sabbagh, a Roanoke-based Virginia Tech graduate student, has been selected as a Society for Neuroscience fellow. He will receive funding to attend conferences and be paired with senior mentors through the two-year training initiative.
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A neuroimaging study identifies two brain regions sensitive to visual scenes that respond differently to tasks involving place recognition and navigation. The results suggest a more multifaceted human visual system, with potential applications in computer vision systems and recovery from brain injuries.
Mice lacking the cold-sensing ion channel TRPM8 consumed more food during the day when they should be asleep, leading to obesity and high blood sugar in adulthood. This study reveals a previously unrecognized link between thermal sensing systems, thermoregulation and food intake.
Dr. Nancy Chiaravalloti was awarded the 2017 Mitchell Rosenthal Memorial lecturer for her contributions to cognitive rehabilitation research and successful mentorship of postdoctoral fellows.
Researchers from MIT develop a new coreset-generation technique to shrink large data sets, preserving fundamental mathematical relationships. The technique can reduce massive matrices to smaller sizes, enabling faster computations and improved analysis.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateDec 15, 2016
A severely brain-injured woman regained the ability to communicate through eye movements, with researchers capturing the restoration process by measuring brain structure and function. The study suggests that other patients in chronic care facilities may harbor organized brain function, raising questions about diagnosis and treatment.
SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateDec 8, 2016
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A multidisciplinary team created a living bio-hybrid system that connects neurons in the brain to human-made electronic devices. The research used Raman spectroscopy to analyze biocompatibility and functionality of adhering cells, paving the way for seamless interfacing between machines and nervous systems.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalAIP Advances·DateNov 15, 2016
Researchers have found significant differences in men and women's brain function, with some genetic variants influencing susceptibility to multiple sclerosis. The study suggests a personalized strategy for prevention and treatment, taking into account gender-specific contributions.
SourceWiley·JournalJournal of Neuroscience Research·DateNov 7, 2016
Scientists at Duke University have discovered a brain region that integrates the timing of speech, a crucial element of spoken language. The superior temporal sulcus (STS) became active during speech quilts with longer segments, suggesting it plays a key role in processing speech rhythms.
SourceDuke University·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateMay 18, 2015
Researchers found reduced white matter tracts in abstinent alcoholics compared to healthy light drinkers. Chronic drinking may particularly damage frontal white matter tracts, interfering with cognitive and inhibitory control.
SourceAlcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research·DateNov 18, 2014
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