Researchers at Stanford University have developed a new device for connecting the brain directly to silicon-based technologies. While brain-machine interface devices already exist — and are used for prosthetics, disease treatment and brain research — this latest device can record more data while being less intrusive than existing options. “Nobody has taken these 2D silicon… Read More »
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 5, 2020 — People who develop Parkinson’s disease at a younger age (before age 50) may have malfunctioning brain cells at birth, according to a study that also identified a drug that may help these patients. At least 500,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with Parkinson’s each year. Most are 60… Read More »
Renovating or building a home is an exciting, yet often overwhelming experience, whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned professional. With plenty of complicated decision-making ahead of you, it is crucial you enter into the project educated and informed. Research has shown that while homeowners take time assessing options for aesthetic finishes, such as taps and… Read More »
Media playback is unsupported on your device Leading UK psychiatrists say they will never understand the risks and benefits of social media use on children’s mental health unless companies hand over their data to researchers. Tech companies must be made to share data and pay a tax to fund important research, they say in a… Read More »
What you eat may play an important role in how well you hear, especially as you get older, according to the latest research. In a 2019 study, women who reported eating healthier diets had lower rates of hearing loss than those who had a less-healthy diet. The study, from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, included 3,135 women and… Read More »
Stick on the kettle. Listen up tea lovers, as new research has shown that regular tea consumption is linked to a longer and healthier life. The study as reported in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, found that drinking tea at least three times a week can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and improve… Read More »