Researchers developed a lateral ventricular BCI (LV-BCI) that records brain activity from deep within fluid-filled cavities. The expandable “lantern” electrode offers superior long-term stability and 98% accuracy in decoding memory-guided decisions.
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Researchers found that alcohol metabolites directly regulate gene expression in the brain. The ventral hippocampus is especially sensitive to these epigenetic changes, providing a new molecular target for treating alcohol use disorder.
Metabolites “Rewrite” Brain Genes in Addiction Read More »
Heavy substance use between ages 18 and 30 is linked to poor memory at age 65. While smoking causes direct long-term damage, alcohol and cannabis impact memory by increasing the risk of midlife addiction.
Young Adult Substance Use Affects Memory at 65 Read More »
A major overview of 14 systematic reviews confirms that nicotine e-cigarettes are more effective for quitting smoking than patches, gum, or behavioral support. Researchers say the evidence is now “clear and consistent.”
Nicotine Vapes Outperform Patches and Gum for Quitters Read More »
Researchers discovered that the protein SLIT3 splits in two to build the “infrastructure” of brown fat. By expanding blood vessels and nerves, SLIT3 enables brown fat to burn more energy, offering a new non-appetite-based strategy for treating obesity.
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Researchers discovered that the protein SLIT3 splits in two to build the “infrastructure” of brown fat. By expanding blood vessels and nerves, SLIT3 enables brown fat to burn more energy, offering a new non-appetite-based strategy for treating obesity. Read more at Cerebratech
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Researchers are testing Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for treatment-resistant depression. By acting as a “brain pacemaker,” the device targets white matter to help patients who haven’t found relief from standard medications or therapy.
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Researchers are testing Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for treatment-resistant depression. By acting as a “brain pacemaker,” the device targets white matter to help patients who haven’t found relief from standard medications or therapy. Read more at Cerebratech
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A new ultrasound wristband brings human dexterity to robots and VR. Using AI to decode muscle and tendon movements in the wrist, this wearable device can track 22 degrees of freedom for precise, real-time hand control.
Ultrasound Wristband Translates Muscle “Strings” into Robotic Dexterity Read More »
Adding TENS to physical therapy significantly reduces movement-based pain and fatigue in fibromyalgia patients. The effects are comparable to medication but without the risk of building tolerance.
TENS Pulses Defeat Fibromyalgia Pain and Fatigue Read More »
