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Unlocking the secrets to mental resilience: The magnificent trio of Magnesium, Zinc and Iron

Not a day goes by without the report of a shocking case of suicide or self-harm. Discussions about these cases among friends, colleagues, or relatives reveal two common responses: people who overly sympathize with it and those who are critical. I am more concerned about the mental health of the…

The Times of India

Why most people are right handed but left eyed

Whether you’re left, right or ambidextrous, “handedness” is part of our identity. But a lot of people don’t realise that we have other biases too and they are not unique to humans. My colleagues and I have published a new study that shows aligning our biases in the same way…

The Conversation

Interest grows in fly agaric – but here’s why you shouldn’t confuse it with ‘magic mushrooms’

Psilocybin, a compound found in many types of mushrooms, is an antidepressant with potential use in treating anxiety. Unfortunately, unscrupulous vendors have used these clinical results to sell products made from an unrelated and somewhat toxic mushroom: Amanita muscaria.

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A Groundbreaking Prosthetic Lets Amputees Literally Control Their Limb with Their Brain

The technology will let users more easily walk on uneven surfaces and perform more complex movements.

Inverse

Bionic legs plugged directly into nervous system enable unprecedented 'level of brain control'

A first-of-its-kind study demonstrated that a new nervous system-controlled bionic leg helps leg amputees walk more naturally than traditional prosthesis.

LiveScience

From diagnosing brain disorders to cognitive enhancement, 100 years of EEG have transformed neuroscience

Electroencephalography, or EEG, was invented 100 years ago. In the years since the invention of this device to monitor brain electricity, it has had an incredible impact on how scientists study the human brain.

The Conversation

The Forgotten Factor Driving Rising Asthma Rates, Developmental Delays, and Cognitive Declines

Our environments play a crucial role in chronic conditions like heart disease, says physician Rosalind J. Wright.

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57% Of Young Aussies Are Being Strangled During Sex — And It’s Riskier Than We Might Know

Choking during sex has become normalised, with a massive number of young Aussies participating in the act. Here's what to know.

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More than half of Australian young people are using strangulation during sex: new research

We recently surveyed thousands of young Australians about their experiences of strangulation (or choking) during sex and found more than half (57%) reported being strangled by a partner during sex. About half (51%) said they had strangled their partner during sex.

The Conversation

Two reasons I’m sceptical about psychedelic science

Since I was young, I have been intrigued by altered states of consciousness, such as out-of-body experiences, paranormal phenomena and religious visions. I studied psychology and neuroscience to gain a better understanding of how these experiences come about. And in my scientific career, I have focused on the question of…

The Conversation

Bionic leg helps people with amputation walk naturally – study

The research shows that a natural walking gait is achievable using a prosthetic leg fully driven by the body’s own nervous system.

The Independent UK

Blast exposure linked to brain damage in US navy veterans who killed themselves - study

Study came after suicide of Lt David Metcalf, who logged his symptoms, and examination of his brain by scientists

The Guardian - US

Bionic leg makes walking quicker and easier for amputees, trial shows

Brain-controlled device results in more natural gait and improves stability on stairs and uneven terrain

The Guardian - UK

Brain teaser: Can you find 363 in this image

It is a fact that analytical and logical problem solving encourages a mind for vertical thinking which is an approach usually opted for Mathematics students. The lateral thinking pattern comes with an indirect approach which helps us view the problems in an entirely new format and helps us find unique…

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AI scientist Ray Kurzweil: ‘We are going to expand intelligence a millionfold by 2045’

The Google futurist talks nanobots and avatars, deepfakes and elections – and why he is so optimistic about a future where we merge with computers

Inverse

Yes, The Pill Can Increase Risk Of Depression — But It’s Not That Simple

Understanding how hormone contraceptives affect mood can help researchers predict who will experience positive or negative effects.

The Times of India

Optical illusion test: Only 2 % of genius were able to spot the hidden deer in the image in 10 seconds

Optical illusions are interesting and entangling visual phenomena that trick our minds into perceiving things that are not present in reality. They at times exploit our brain’s interpretation of visual cues including colour, pattern, and perspective, and lead us to misunderstand the shape, motion, and size of the image. It…

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Single molecule reverses signs of aging in muscles and brains, mouse study reveals

A new study in mice and human cells suggests that a small molecule can help reverse signs of aging by extending telomeres and modulating key genes.

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Researchers identify vascular changes in brain linked to Alzheimer's disease

The network of blood channels and tissues known as the blood-brain barrier, which nourishes and shields the brain from dangerous chemicals flowing in the blood, is compromised in Alzheimer's disease. Read further on Dynamite News:

Evening Standard

The Modern Brain Clinic: can this Harley Street doctor heal your mind?

The ultra-rich are signing up for brain treatments to remedy anything from low attention spans to screen-induced stress. Madeleine Spencer visits the Modern Brain Clinic to see if she can ‘clean out’ her brain and emerge de-stressed

The Times of India

Kerala govt issues warning against amoebic meningoencephalitis: Know what it is

Due to continued rain in Kerala, the health department has issued caution on amoebic meningoencephalitis and other diseases like colds, viral fevers, dengue, and H1N1.

The Independent UK

British swimmer Archie Goodburn diagnosed with inoperable brain tumours

Archie Goodburn was diagnosed after narrowly missing out on a place at Paris 2024

The Times of India

Optical illusion: Can you spot the hidden hat in this image within 8 seconds

There is a new challenge around the internet making people scratch their heads and leaving some in awe. Optical illusions are mainly captivating and mind-bending images that challenge our brains to perceive the drawings, people, and objects around us. There are various types of optical illusions which include physiological, cognitive,…

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5 Tips To Help You Focus At Work If Your Brain Is Basically A Goldfish 24/7

It's hard to focus at work, but with these tips you'll be able to smash those deadlines after you've stared at your screen all day.

LiveScience

Predator or prey? This 'switch' in the brain toggles when you're hunting or being hunted

The hypothalamus, a brain region that helps control our hormones and sleep cycles, is also responsible for our ability to switch between predator- and prey-like behavior.

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