Applied Science

Head Transplants by Robots Expected Within a Decade

Robots could be surgically swapping heads within the decadeBrainBridgeIn what seems straight out of a B-grade sci-fi/horror film, head transplant operations entirely performed by robotic surgeons could be a reality within a decade, according to startup BrainBridge.This idea comes from Hashem Al-Ghaili, the Berlin-based molecular biologist turned filmmaker, producer, author, and science communicator, known...

How Hearing Affects What We See

Credit: CanvasSeeing and understanding objects in our surroundings is an important job for our eyes. One way our brain does this is by separating objects from their backgrounds. We call this process "figure-ground organization." An interesting example is the Edgar Rubin vase illusion, where we see either a vase or two faces, but...

Neuralink Aims to Perfect its Brain Implant on the Second Try

Neuralink's first human patient, Noland Arbaugh, has has some issues with the device, but still loves itNeuralinkNoland Arbaugh became a quadriplegic after a swimming accident in 2016. In January of this year, he became the first person to receive Elon Musk's Neuralink brain implant, known as the Link, which aims to grant him telekinetic...

How to Improve Focus and Attention: Insights from Neurobiology

Credit: CanvasAndrew Huberman, a distinguished professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine, delves into the fascinating world of improving focus and attention. Let's explore the key takeaways from his discussion.1. Visual Focus and Mental FocusHuberman emphasizes a crucial principle: mental focus follows visual focus. Our ability to concentrate mentally is closely...

How to Read More Books Without Cheating: Simple Tips for Book Lovers

Credit: CanvasAre you someone who loves books but struggles to find the time to read them all? You're not alone! In this article, we'll explore some simple tips to help you read more books without cheating.1. Spend More Time Reading: One of the best ways to read more books is to dedicate more time...

Scientists Propose Theory on Brain Activity Waves

Professor Dr. Petra Ritter's team has, for the first time, elucidated the movement of brain activity waves through a computer simulation. Previous research suggests these waves play a crucial role in cognitive functions like memory.Professor Dr. Petra Ritter, Johanna Quandt Professor at BIH, leads the brain simulation research group and heads the Brain Simulation...

AI tool Detects Gender-Based Differences in Brain Structure

Credit: PixabayA recent study reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) software analyzing MRI scans can detect differences in the cellular organization of the brains of men and women. Researchers observed these distinctions in the white matter, which primarily resides in the innermost layer of the human brain and facilitates communication between different brain regions.Men and...

Robot Hand with Dexterity Can Withstand Substantial Abuse for AI Research Purposes

A robotics firm, famed for presenting its adept robotic hand with Jeff Bezos at Amazon re: MARS, has introduced a robust new model designed for machine learning research, developed in collaboration with Google's DeepMind.Located in London, Shadow Robot brings over twenty years of expertise in robot design and has catered to prestigious research and...

Taking Sleeping as The Ultimate Good Drug

Credit: CanvasThere are many sleeping models out there, yet we seem to be missing the mark. It's not due to a lack of information but rather the poor application of it that leads people to adopt any method that seems to fit and use it. We often fail to invest time in understanding ourselves...

Chinese Humanoid Factory Video Returns to the Uncanny Valley

Still frame from a video shot inside a humanoid robot factory in ChinaExRobotsA brief video circulating on social media today has stirred concern, as it offers a glimpse inside a Chinese factory producing humanoid robots. The video showcases a series of lifelike humanoids in various stages of construction, featuring remarkably realistic appearances with partially...