Tag #Neuroscience

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Deep Brain Stimulation Trial for Alcohol and Opioid Addiction

A UK trial will implant electrodes in the brains of 12 alcoholic and opioid addicts to test deep brain stimulation's ability to reduce cravings and improve self-control, building on its success treating Parkinson's, depression, and OCD.

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AI-Powered Robotic Arm Restores Independent Movement for Paralyzed Man

A paralyzed man, using a robotic arm controlled by his brain activity via electrodes and AI interpretation, has been able to independently drink water for seven months—a record duration in brain-computer interface research.

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Increased Paternal Involvement in Childcare: A Biological and Societal Shift

El padre en escena" argues that increased paternal involvement in childcare, supported by biological and hormonal changes in fathers, represents a shift away from patriarchal models, with data showing a rise in paternity leave and fathers' contributions to childcare.

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Gender Equality
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Lab Mice Exhibit Helping Behaviors Towards Unconscious Cagemates, Study Suggests

A new study shows that lab mice exhibit helping behaviors towards unconscious cagemates, including actions that improve airway and dislodge obstructions, with familiarity playing a significant role; brain scans implicated oxytocin circuits and raised questions about animal empathy.

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Biohacking Leadership: Optimizing Cognitive and Emotional Responses for Enhanced Performance

This article explores the concept of 'swampy lowlands' in leadership, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and the application of biohacking techniques to optimize cognitive and emotional responses for enhanced decision-making and team performance.

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CINC Director Resigns Amidst Disagreement Over Research Center's Future Direction

Juan Lerma resigned as director of the Cajal International Neuroscience Center (CINC) due to disagreements with the CSIC over its management model; the CSIC's new direction hinders the CINC's goal of becoming a globally competitive neuroscience research center, causing the loss of key researchers.

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Neuroscience of Collaboration: How Brain Chemistry Impacts Teamwork

Brain chemistry significantly impacts workplace collaboration; cortisol hinders teamwork with unfamiliar colleagues, while oxytocin fosters trust, and dopamine rewards curiosity. Strategies to improve collaboration include building psychological safety, encouraging knowledge sharing, and fostering t...

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Reduced Inequality
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Ramón y Cajal's Unexpected Cuban Journey: From Military Doctor to Nobel Laureate

In 1874, Santiago Ramón y Cajal, a young Spanish physician, was involuntarily deployed to Cuba during the war of independence; this posting, though challenging, significantly impacted his scientific career, leading to his Nobel prize in 1906.

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Mice Exhibit Altruistic "First-Aid" Behaviors Towards Unconscious Cage Mates

Researchers found that mice perform "first-aid" on unconscious cage mates, including sniffing, grooming, and tongue pulling, which speeds up anesthetic recovery; these actions, linked to oxytocin neurons, appear to be driven by an altruistic impulse rather than simple curiosity.

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Life on Land
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Meta's Brain2Qwerty: Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface Achieves Text Translation from Brain Signals

Meta's Brain2Qwerty, a non-invasive brain-computer interface tested on 35 volunteers in Spain, translates brain signals into text with varying accuracy depending on the imaging technology used (MEG achieving 32% CER, EEG 67%), showcasing a potential leap forward in assistive communication.

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PhD Research Reveals Simultaneous Action Preparation and Decision-Making in the Brain

Yvonne Visser's PhD research at Radboud University reveals that muscle preparation for actions happens simultaneously with decision-making, challenging traditional models. Her experiments, involving moving dots and muscle response measurements, show this parallel process influences decisions and has...

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Yoga Shows Promise for Improving Mental Health

Studies show yoga increases brain gray matter and may treat various health issues, including mental health problems; one woman found it helpful for depression, anxiety, and PTSD; research is ongoing on its efficacy for PTSD.

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