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Study reveals surprising role of cerebellar nuclei in associative learning

Associative learning was always thought to be regulated by the cortex of the cerebellum, often referred to as the "little brain".

20 Nov 2023

New evidence-based clinical practice guidelines to address peripartum depression

Pregnancy and the first year postpartum - referred to as the peripartum period - are a period of tremendous physiological, psychological, and social changes in a woman's life.

15 Nov 2023

Transforming brain research with AI and machine learning

Using machine learning, researchers are able to use data from the brain to glean deeper insights and apply this new knowledge in clinical settings.

13 Nov 2023

High-density electrocorticography for speech decoding and improved neural speech prostheses

High-resolution, micro-electrocorticographic (µECoG) neural recordings for speech decoding to improve speech prostheses.

8 Nov 2023

Game-changer for Parkinson’s therapy: Innovative neuroprosthesis enhances mobility and balance

Researchers designed a neuroprosthesis replicating the natural lumbosacral spinal activation during walking for Parkinson's disease (PD) patients.

7 Nov 2023

Neural circuit linked to aversion and depression discovered

Researchers have identified a new neural circuit in the brain which produces a strong sense of discomfort when activated.

6 Nov 2023

New method provides valuable insights into the brain's noradrenaline system

An international team of researchers has provided valuable insights into the brain's noradrenaline (NA) system, which has been a longtime target for medications to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, depression, and anxiety.

24 Oct 2023

Researchers receive $3.6 million to test novel diagnosis and treatment combination for diabetic neuropathy

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24 Oct 2023

Pupil size may predict response to TMS treatment for depression

New findings from researchers at UCLA Health suggest that measuring changes in how pupils react to light could help predict recovery from depression and personalize transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatment of major depressive disorder.

20 Oct 2023

Deep brain stimulation improves memory and promotes neuron growth in Rett mice

A recent study from the lab of Dr. Jianrong Tang, associate professor at Baylor College of Medicine and principal investigator at the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (Duncan NRI) at Texas Children's Hospital shows that deep brain stimulation (DBS) of a specific brain region results in a significant and sustained improvement of memory in Rett mice.

13 Oct 2023

Stroke experts map out path for better patient outcomes

Scientists from The Florey are among the world's leading stroke experts who have mapped out how researchers and clinicians can improve outcomes for people who have survived a stroke.

12 Oct 2023

New AI-based method reduces latency in neurofeedback by 50-fold

Researchers from HSE University and the Artificial Intelligence Research Institute have successfully lowered the latency between a change in brain activity and the presentation of the corresponding neurofeedback signal by a factor of 50.

12 Oct 2023

Can discrimination fuel obesity?

Researchers have identified a potential link between experiences of discrimination and increased obesity risk by examining neural responses to food cues and gut metabolites. The study reveals that discrimination may influence unhealthy food choices, potentially disrupting the brain-gut connection, and suggests brain-targeted treatments or dietary changes as potential interventions.

8 Oct 2023

Can deep brain stimulation unlock the cure for severe depression?

A multidisciplinary team of clinicians, engineers, and neuroscientists has identified a unique biomarker in the brain that indicates recovery from treatment-resistant depression, utilizing deep brain stimulation (DBS) and artificial intelligence. The discovery, which allows for real-time monitoring and tailoring of treatment, could revolutionize the approach to managing severe forms of depression.

21 Sep 2023

Mount Sinai secures $6.2 million grant to expand the Cohen Center for Recovery From Complex Chronic Illnesses

Mount Sinai's Department of Rehabilitation and Human Performance has announced a $6.2 million grant from the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation.

20 Sep 2023

New brain biomarker predicts recovery from treatment-resistant depression

Using a novel deep brain stimulation (DBS) device capable of recording brain signals, researchers have identified a pattern of brain activity or "biomarker" related to clinical signs of recovery from treatment-resistant depression.

20 Sep 2023

Study explores the potential of robotic-assisted TMS for depression

In a recent study published in the Scientific Reports, a group of researchers evaluated the efficiency, therapeutic efficacy, and patient perceptions of a custom robotic system for transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) coil placement in treating depression compared to traditional manual methods.

31 Aug 2023

Brain circuitry repair offers hope for new Parkinson's disease treatments

Van Andel Institute scientists have identified a series of processes that help the brain adapt to damage caused by breakdowns in circuits that govern movement, cognition and sensory perception.

24 Aug 2023

Study finds altered brain connectivity in people with obesity

For the first time, researchers have discovered that the ventral tegmental area (VTA) of the brain-;a key structure involved in motivation and reward appreciation has altered connectivity patterns with specific brain regions in patients with obesity.

22 Aug 2023

Breakthrough project reveals extraordinary diversity of brain changes in people with mental illnesses

A breakthrough project mapping brain changes in nearly 1,300 people diagnosed with six different types of mental illness has revealed the extraordinary diversity of brain changes found in people with conditions like major depression and schizophrenia.

21 Aug 2023