Month: February 2023

New Investigation Finds Spikes of Mercury in Canned Tuna

Think of canned tuna like a game of musical chairs, but instead of competing for a seat, you’re dodging spikes of mercury! A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has revealed that some cans of everyone’s favorite fish contain higher levels of the toxic metal. It’s like finding a hidden chocolate chip in your cookies – […]

Published on February 13, 2023

Measuring and improving brain-computer interface training

Imagine you’re driving a car and learning a new skill, like parallel parking. But instead of having a driving instructor by your side, you have a computer interface that reads your brain signals to guide you. Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) have incredible potential, but there’s a problem: many people struggle to produce brain patterns that the […]

Published on February 13, 2023

Delving into the Depths of Data: Machine Learning in Parkinson’s Research

Imagine you have a treasure chest filled with precious gems, each representing a different aspect of Parkinson’s disease. That’s what the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI) has at its disposal – over a decade’s worth of diverse and valuable data from patients, control subjects, and those at risk. Just like mining for gems, researchers are […]

Published on February 13, 2023