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Mysterious spiral signals in the human brain could be key to our cognition
By Ben Turner published
Scientists suggest strange swirls across the outer layer of the brain might be used to link different parts of it together and help process information faster.
Elon Musk's Neuralink 'brain chips' cleared for 1st in-human trials
By Sarah Moore published
Brain implants developed by Elon Musk's company Neuralink have been approved for human testing. The safety of the devices previously came under scrutiny following reports of "botched surgeries" in animal test subjects.
Spanish Civil War soldier saw the world 'backward' after bullet pierced brain, historic case report reveals
By Jennifer Nalewicki published
After being shot in the head, a soldier in the Spanish Civil War woke up to find a world that's completely backward.
Brain signals underlying chronic pain could be 'short-circuited,' study suggests
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Scientists uncovered a "biomarker" for chronic pain in the brains of four patients and are using the data to develop a new brain stimulation therapy.
Musician's head injury triggered rare synesthesia, causing him to 'see' music
By Rachael Rettner published
A man's head injury resulted in a rare neurological condition that caused him to "see" music, and simultaneously, he became more creative.
Daily smoking linked to brain shrinkage in massive study
By Carissa Wong published
A study involving more than 28,000 people strongly supports the idea that daily smoking shrinks the brain.
Even mild concussions can 'rewire' the brain, possibly causing long-term symptoms
By Anna Demming published
After a mild concussion, parts of the brain can become "hyperconnected," and this may contribute to patients' long-lasting symptoms.
Surges of activity in the dying human brain could hint at fleeting conscious experiences
By Stephanie Pappas published
An increase in a certain kind of high-frequency wave in dying brains might be associated with last-minute conscious experiences, but scientists don't know for sure.
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