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AI pinpoints where psychosis originates in the brain
By Nicola Williams published
Scientists have moved a step closer to understanding the basis of the hallucinations and delusions that characterize schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

Lab-grown 'minibrains' help reveal why traumatic brain injury raises dementia risk
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Miniature models of the brain are helping scientists study the cellular damage inflicted by traumatic brain injuries.

Many kids are unsure if Alexa and Siri have feelings or think like people, study finds
By Joe Phelan published
A small study in Scotland suggests many kids overestimate the agency and intellect of AI assistants like Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant.

1st Neuralink patient shown using brain chip to control computer and play chess in unexpected livestream
By Harry Baker published
In a surprise video, Elon Musk's Neuralink revealed the first recipient of the company's brain-computer interface using the device to play online chess. They also discussed the "life-changing" procedure for the first time.

'Flow state' uncovered: We finally know what happens in the brain when you're 'in the zone'
By Jennifer Zieba published
Researchers say they've found the answer to competing hypotheses about how the brain functions in a "flow state."

'Universal' brain wave pattern discovered across primate species — including humans
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Scientists have uncovered a consistent brain-wave pattern that erupts throughout the cortex in several primates, including us.

Tinder, Hinge lawsuit raises question: Can dating apps be considered addictive?
By Stephanie Pappas published
Researchers say that regardless of whether they qualify as "addictive," dating apps are designed to keep you swiping.

Mini model of human embryonic brain and spinal cord grown in lab
By Emily Cooke published
The new organoids were grown in the lab for up to 40 days, and they mimicked the central nervous system of an 11-week-old human embryo.
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