BRAIN AGING
UK boy gets world's first epilepsy device inserted into skull. Know in detail about neurostimulators fitted into brain
A 13-year-old kid, Oran Knowlson from Somerset is the first to test a neurostimulator device for severe epilepsy. Three more Lennox-Gastaut syndrome kids will have the deep brain neurostimulator fitted.
Here is how you can reduce your chances of developing Brain cancer
Experts have pointed out that it is important to lead a healthy lifestyle to reduce the chances of getting diagnosed with brain cancer. These methods also lead to an overall good quality life.
Brain 'drain' turning to 'gain', India Inc should step up: HUL Chairman
HUL chairman Nitin Paranjpe discussed the importance of retaining talent in India and mentioned the rising trend of 'brain-gain' during the company's annual general meeting.
Here's how heat shuts down your heart
The critical danger point outdoors for illness and death from relentless heat is several degrees lower than experts once thought, say researchers who put people in hot boxes to see what happens to them.
Prem Watsa donates $5 million to IIT-M’s brain research centre
Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre at IIT-M has developed a high-throughput histology pipeline that processes whole human brains into high-resolution digital images at a petabyte scale.
At 78, Donald Trump too is showing signs of aging
Donald Trump has made Joe Biden's advancing age one of his main campaign rallying points, trying to position himself as an energetic alternative to the sometimes unsteady 81-year-old Democratic incumbent. In contrast, no information has been made available in years about the health of Trump, who is known to be a fan of fast food.
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Study finds hot and cold exposure in early life alters brain's white matter
The team found that exposure to colder-than-usual temperatures during pregnancy and the first year of life, and exposure to hotter-than-usual environments from birth until three years of age were linked with more mean diffusivity at preadolescence, pointing to a slower maturation of their white matter.
Viagra may improve brain functions, prevent dementia: Oxford Study
Sildenafil, known as Viagra, may help prevent memory-related problems by improving cerebral blood flow and blood vessel function, reducing the risk of vascular dementia. A University of Oxford study, highlighted by Dr. Praveen Gupta and Dr. Manjari Tripathi, shows promise but requires further research. Vascular dementia, affecting 40% of India's 5.3 million dementia patients, differs from Alzheimer's disease.
Best Electronic Early Development Toys for Kids and Toddlers
As the internet is getting more and more prevalent, we must keep a check on our kids’ screen time. We must make sure that they are engaging in playful, educational, and interactive activities instead of watching cartoons and other content on screens. One way of doing so is to get them electronic early development toys so that they are engaged in educational learning.
Elon Musk's Neuralink seeks to enroll three patients in brain implant study
Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain-chip company, is conducting a study to evaluate its device for paralyzed patients to control digital devices through thoughts alone, facing criticism for lack of study information sharing.
Wipro teams up with Centre for Brain Research at IISc on AI-driven health behaviour innovations
Wipro partners with Centre for Brain Research to utilize AI, ML, and big data analytics for health behavior innovations.
Understanding Autism: Brain connections in infants linked to social interaction
Researchers have found distinct patterns in brain connections in six-week-old infants with a high likelihood of developing autism. These patterns suggest that paying more attention to basic sensory information may come at the cost of attending to socially relevant cues, potentially leading to impaired social behavior later in life.
SIVA Group boss C Sivasankaran on how Indians can prevent heartattack, says most suffer from brain fog due to Covid
Chinnakannan Sivasankaran, chairman and founder of SIVA Group, emphasizes preventing heart attacks by managing APOB levels to avoid heart disease risks.
Jimmy Carter’s life is coming to an end, says his grandson. Know about US president, who handled USSR's invasion of Afghanistan
Former US President Jimmy Carter’s life is coming to an end, according to his grandson. This is not the first time such a statement has been issued.
Elon Musk's Neuralink brain-chip malfunctioned? Here's the truth
Neuralink’s BCI chip which had been implanted in a patient’s brain has malfunctioned to some extent. The company is assessing the malfunctioning and is fixing the issue.
When we truly enter the AI age
Big tech novelties usually settle down and segue into everyday necessities
Dementia symptoms, treatment: Frequent coffee, loneliness, attending concert raise risks. Check full list of factors
There are some habits which increase the chances of developing dementia. Some of these are surprising.
Third Eye: Rumour on number, going bombastic and experienced brain matter
During elections, inaccurate surveys fuel false perceptions of party performance. Trinamool Congress leaders face threats, while Sharad Pawar's sharp memory impresses at a recent event.
Studying middle-aged brain can give us clues to dementia
In a fascinating study, scientists from Johns Hopkins and the University of Mississippi analysed the presence of inflammatory molecules in the blood of middle-aged adults and were able to predict future cognitive change 20 years down the line
Encoding the human brain: IIT Guwahati’s novel algorithm may code brain connectivity patterns of healthy and Parkinson’s patients
IIT-Guwahati's UBNIN, a novel algorithm, encodes brain networks of Parkinson’s disease patients and healthy individuals. It serves as a biomarker for tracking mental illness progression across neuroimaging modalities, offering potential in brain printing and neurodegenerative disorder diagnosis.
Are male and female brains different? Know what scientific studies have revealed
Scientific studies have found that the dorsal premammillary nucleus, or the part of the brain that detects a danger to the territory, is bigger in males than females. Similarly, the amygdala, or the part of the brain that sets the alarm bell ringing, is also bigger in men. Consequently, men are more alert than women. How brains in males are different from those in females? Know in detail.
Age-related brain changes amplify discomfort in older women: Research
New research suggests that older women experience more pain due to gender-specific changes in brain regions associated with pain perception brought about by ageing.
Research says playing musical instrument boosts brain health in later life
Continuing to play a musical instrument, particularly the piano, into later life has been associated with a sharper brain, according to a recent study, including researchers from the University of Exeter, UK.
5-year-old Undergoes historic awake brain surgery at AIIMS, becomes world's youngest patient
Five-year-old Akshita Yadav from Greater Noida made history as the youngest to undergo awake brain surgery at AIIMS Delhi, removing a left perisylvian intraaxial brain tumor. This advanced procedure keeps the patient awake, safeguarding vital functions like speech and movement in real-time. It's crucial for tumors near vital brain areas, preserving language and sensory abilities. Advanced technology, including MRI, aided in precise tumor removal. Akshita's quick recognition of PM Modi's picture showcased her cooperation. Her recovery and bravery signify a milestone in pediatric neurosurgery, highlighting the success of awake craniotomy.
Fond of fatty food items? They may lower immunity
Diets high on fat have been found to affect genes linked to the immune system, brain function, and potentially COVID-19 risk in a new study.
Research highlights overall brain health as key predictor of Alzheimer's risk
The research suggests that overall brain health, including factors like the presence of lesions and a decrease in grey matter thickness, is a more robust indicator than protein clumping and age alone.
New research finds significant link between smoking and brain shrinkage
The study, focusing on 32,094 individuals, found that smoking accelerates brain aging, leading to a higher risk of age-related cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease.
Eurovision star Sara Tavares dies aged 45 after battling brain tumour
Sara Tavares, a Portuguese Eurovision star who took part in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1994, died at 45.
Researchers say screen time found to affect children's brain physically, functionally
The impact includes structural changes in the pre-frontal cortex affecting executive functions like working memory and planning.
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