Month: January 2024

Information decomposition and the informational architecture of the brain

To explain how the brain orchestrates information-processing for cognition, we must understand information itself. Importantly, information is not a monolithic entity. Information decomposition techniques provide a way to split information into its constituent elements: unique, redundant, and synergistic information. We review how disentangling synergistic and redundant interactions is redefining our understanding of integrative brain function […]

Published on January 10, 2024

New High Tech Gadgets Ease Parkinson’s Tremors, More

Roberta Wilson-Garrett looked at the glove keeping her right hand steady and smiled. At bay for the moment were tremors caused by Parkinson’s disease affecting her muscle control. She could do things others take for granted, like write crisply with a pen or hold a cup of… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on January 10, 2024

Scientists Find Why Psychiatric Meds Cause Weight Gain

Weight gain has long been an unwanted side effect of medicines commonly used to treat psychiatric conditions such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. Some patients may quit their meds to avoid piling on pounds. Or if they stick to their meds and weight gain continues,… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on January 10, 2024