Political fervor is often linked to specific brain regions. These regions are involved in both emotional and cognitive processes. However, it is not clear if these brain regions cause political behavior or if they simply respond to it. A group of researchers decided to investigate this mystery. They
Moyamoya disease is a tricky condition. It causes blood vessels in the brain to narrow. This leads to a lack of blood flow, which can cause brain tissue to shrink over time. When this happens, people can experience problems with thinking and memory. This is known as cognitive decline. It is a progre
Wearable tech is taking a leap forward. It is now possible to turn thoughts into art. Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) are stepping out of labs and into the world of art. These interfaces read brain signals and turn them into visual and physical expressions. Two cool projects show how this works.
The brain is a mystery. It is amazing how much babies learn in their first years. They pick up language, understand routines, and even form expectations about their world. Yet, as adults, we struggle to recall any of these early experiences. Why is that? Recent findings shed some light on this
The brain is a complex organ that generates electrical signals. These signals can be captured and analyzed using electroencephalography (EEG). One big challenge in brain-computer interfaces (BCI) is figuring out which EEG signals are important and which ones are just noise. This is where feature sel
What if there was a way to keep your brain in top shape? It's not just about solving puzzles or eating brain food. There are online programs designed to teach people about brain health. These programs aim to boost brain literacy and help people take charge of their mental well-being. They focus
Every year, millions of people worldwide deal with chronic headaches after a mild brain injury. This happens often after a car crash. Researchers wanted to see if brain scans could help spot who might have long-term pain. They looked at 227 people who had a mild brain injury from a car acci
Depression, or major depressive disorder (MDD), is a complex condition that affects how people process emotions. Brain waves, or oscillations, are crucial for understanding how the brain works. These waves can be evoked (triggered by an event) or induced (generated internally). Most studies have fo
Concussions are a big deal in sports. Doctors usually clear athletes to return to play based on how they feel and act. But what if the brain isn't fully healed? This study dug deeper. It looked at brain scans of people who had concussions. The goal? To see if there were any lasting changes in the br
Ever thought about how your meals and body shape might be changing your brain? Scientists are uncovering some interesting facts. They're focusing on the hippocampus, a brain part vital for memory and learning. Researchers are exploring how well the hippocampus works with other brain areas and how th
