A new study suggests that a promising noninvasive brain stimulation technique may not function exactly as psychiatrists had ...

Zapping your brain smart sounds either like a “don’t try at home” science experiment or something that Generation Alpha will regularly do before their trigonometry final. But for years, scientists ...

“The findings are significant, particularly for patients who have tried other treatments and not seen desired results,” said Sabrina Segal, Ph.D., Director of Research at Family Care Center, who led ...

The human brain's adaptability to internal and external changes, known as neural plasticity, forms the foundation for understanding cognitive functions like memory and learning, as well as various ...

With its billions of neurons and complex connections, the brain is highly delicate. Traditional surgery poses significant risks due to its invasive nature. Scientists seek non-invasive methods to ...

Precise electrical stimulation is essential for modern neural interfaces, but unwanted current spread often activates off-target cells and limits resolution. A new microneedle electrode design ...

In a world where stress has become a near-constant companion for many, scientists and medical professionals have turned their attention to an unassuming hero within our bodies, the vagus nerve. This ...

Recent advances in the stimulation and assessment of nociceptive fibres have significantly enhanced our understanding of pain pathways and the treatment of neuropathic disorders. These techniques ...

Scientists exploring new ways to address psychopathic traits have found that gentle electrical or magnetic stimulation of the brain may slightly improve empathy and prosocial behavior. A new study ...

Recently, I wrote about new developments in the world of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a technique for stimulating the brain to treat depression. The discussion was relatively high level, ...

Two-thirds of patients positively responded to TMS treatment, and nearly half showed acute remission DENVER, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- By making slight modifications to an already approved brain ...