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Neurophysiology

A non-invasive (huge) leap in spinal cord research

A non-invasive (huge) leap in spinal cord research

Understanding the spinal cord’s role in brain-body communication is pivotal in neuroscience. Previously considered a simple relay station, recent studies reveal that the cord is a hub of complex processing. Insights into the human spinal cord have lagged due to the lack of accessible recording methods. This knowledge gap

Limits. Can we treat Parkinson´s even before the first symptoms appear?

Limits. Can we treat Parkinson´s even before the first symptoms appear?

Parkinson’s Disease is a complex neurological disorder commonly described by its dominant motor issues like tremors and stiffness, accounting for the characteristic Parkinsonian look. But the truth is that Parkinson’s encompasses a much broader range of symptoms. Sleep disorders and gastrointestinal problems show us that Parkinson’s involves

Neuroscience breakthrough: Connecting microscope, molecules and brain imaging

Neuroscience breakthrough: Connecting microscope, molecules and brain imaging

Understanding how molecules, genes, proteins, and structures in the brain cell communicate across the brain's vast network is one of neuroscience's greatest ambitions - and difficulties. While significant advances have been made in cataloging the brain’s molecular components and mapping its connections through imaging, a

Connecting minds to machines: The future of brain-computer interfaces

Connecting minds to machines: The future of brain-computer interfaces

Brain-computer interfaces are pushing the boundaries of what we thought possible in neuroscience by enabling a direct connection between the human brain and external devices. For those with disabilities, it provides a new opportunity to regain control of their bodies. The heart of brain-computer interfaces is the ability to translate

Understanding our perception of gravity: Are we all just cats chasing laser pointers?

Understanding our perception of gravity: Are we all just cats chasing laser pointers?

Understanding how people perceive moving objects, like projectiles, is no small operation at all. Depth perception is a tricky business, and even though people think they see things clearly, their brains can often lead them astray. In a study, researchers explored the relationship between gravity, motion, and how participants judge