Month: July 2023

Quest Launches Alzheimer’s Blood Test for Consumers

Imagine having the ability to detect tiny clues of an impending storm before the first raindrop even falls! That’s what Quest Diagnostics has accomplished with their groundbreaking blood test for Alzheimer’s. This test allows consumers to directly access information about the levels of beta amyloid, a critical protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease. It’s like having […]

Published on July 31, 2023

Tutorial: using NEURON for neuromechanical simulations

The brain and body are like a dynamic duo, constantly influencing each other and generating complex behavior. While there are plenty of simulation tools for studying neural dynamics or biomechanics separately, there are few options for integrated brain-body modeling. Luckily, the widely-used NEURON simulation platform comes to the rescue! In this tutorial, we show you […]

Published on July 31, 2023

Pondering the Potential of Mind-Detecting Computers

Imagine a world where computers can read our minds and offer psychological and cognitive evaluations and interventions. A team of researchers recently explored the use of physiological and behavioral computing to achieve this remarkable feat. By analyzing data from brain waves, heart rate variability, and facial expressions, these mind-detecting computers could potentially identify signs of […]

Published on July 31, 2023