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First Human-To-Human Brain Interface Performed At UW

Aug 28, 2013 AM EDT A researcher at University of Washington (UW) was able to control the hand motions of a fellow researcher by simply sending him a ‘brain signal’ via internet.

Strategy-Based Video Games like StarCraft Increase Brain Flexibility, Study

Aug 26, 2013 AM EDT People can enhance their brain's 'cognitive flexibility' by playing strategy-based video games like StarCraft, according to a new study conducted by Queen Mary and University College London ...

Utah Scientists Debunk Belief of ‘Right-brain’ And ‘Left-brain’ Personality Traits

Aug 23, 2013 AM EDT Brain imaging has shown no evidence that indicates some people are right-brained or left-brained, according to a study conducted by neuroscientists at the University of Utah.

Vanderbilt Researchers Create Robotic Device to Remove Blood Clots from the Brain

Aug 10, 2013 AM EDT A team of engineers and physicians at the Vanderbilt University have created robotic system that uses ‘steerable needle’ to reach deep into the brain to suck away deadly blood clots, especially in ...

Hangover Impairs Brain Function, Study

Aug 01, 2013 AM EDT Apart from causing dizziness, nausea, anxiety and headaches, Hangovers impair brain function, affecting one's ability to think clearly, according to a study conducted by researchers at the Keele ...

Cannabis Exposure During Adolescence Causes Brain Damage and Schizophrenia, Study

Jul 26, 2013 AM EDT Teenagers, who frequently smoke weed, suffer long-term brain damage and have a greater risk of developing schizophrenia, according to a study conducted by American researchers. The study is published ...

Boasting About Oneself Causes Same Feelings As Having Sex Or Pleasure Food, Study

Jul 19, 2013 AM EDT Talking about oneself to friends is as pleasurable as having sex or eating food, according to a recent study conducted by the researchers Harvard University Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience ...

Washington University to pay $15 million In a Medical Malpractice Settlement that Left Girl Disabled

Jul 13, 2013 AM EDT A judge has ordered University of Washington (UW) to pay $15 million to the family of 8-year-old MacKenzie Briant who suffered permanent brain damage after taking a nasal decongestant suggested by the ...

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