Neuroscience

NHS to Trial Groundbreaking Ultrasound Brain Implant for Mood Disorders

A revolutionary brain implant using ultrasound technology to alter brain activity is set for its first NHS trial, promising new hope for patients with conditions like depression, addiction, OCD, and epilepsy.

Health Nathan Cole - January 22, 2025

Estrogen Surges Linked to Increased Binge Drinking in Females

Neuroscience Nathan Cole - January 5, 2025

Recent research from Weill Cornell Medicine reveals that elevated estrogen levels can significantly enhance binge drinking behavior in females, shedding light on sex-specific differences in alcohol consumption.

MouseGoggles: Virtual Reality Breakthrough for Rodent Research

Biology Nathan Cole - January 5, 2025

Cornell University researchers have developed 'MouseGoggles,' a virtual reality (VR) system designed to immerse mice in controlled environments, enhancing studies in neuroscience and disease research.

Time’s Illusions: How Altered States Distort Perception

Neuroscience Nathan Cole - January 5, 2025

Our understanding of time is surprisingly fragile, bending and warping under the influence of altered states like emergencies, meditation, and psychedelics. The reasons why remain an enigma for science.

Could Memories Be Retrieved from a Dead Person’s Brain?

Neuroscience Nathan Cole - December 31, 2024

Scientists are investigating whether memories could theoretically be retrieved from a deceased brain, raising profound questions about neuroscience, technology, and ethics.

Scientists Measure Thought Speed in Breakthrough Study

Neuroscience Nathan Cole - December 23, 2024

In a groundbreaking discovery, Caltech researchers have measured the precise speed at which thoughts move through the human brain, revealing that our cognitive processes are both faster and more complex than previously believed. This landmark study provides unprecedented insights into the mechanics of human consciousness.