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Figure: The colored sections of the brain represent the different areas that are activated by different stimuli (Source: Wikimedia Commons, NIH Image Gallery) The field of computational neuroscience has made several advances in the last twenty years, including the design of a multitude of new technologies that stand to improve the quality of human life. …
Figure: Dopamine is the so-called “feel-good” neurotransmitter, involved in cognitive processing including learning and behavioral planning (Foo et al., 2021). (Source: Jynto, Wikimedia Commons). Traditionally, neural signaling has been studied in the context of “deterministic” signals, or external stimuli (Aguilera, 2021). However, a recent study by University of California San Diego researchers demonstrated that impulses …
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Figure: The image above displays the effects of sleep deprivation on various aspects of physiological function (Source: Wikimedia Commons, Mikael Häggström) When preparing for an exam, one of the best ways to boost your performance is by getting an optimal amount of sleep. In order to optimize your levels of alertness, the Sleep Foundation recommends …
Figure 1: Researchers have found viral genetic materials within the human genome which are the result of retroviruses that infected our ancestors millions of years ago. Scientists refer to these viruses as human endogenous retroviruses (HERVs). HERVs have been linked to neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS). (Source: Public Domain Pictures, Виталий Смолыгин) Viral …
Figure: Sophia, the first robot citizen in the Global A.I summit 2018. Sophia is a social robot that claims it can take care of the sick and help in roles involving social interaction (Source: Wikimedia Commons, ITU Pictures) Singularity, also known as “machine consciousness”, is a concept that marks the threshold for A.I development without …
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Figure: A young girl sleeps with a teddy bear in her arms after receiving medical treatment at Gheskio Field Hospital (Joshua Lee Kelsey, Wikimedia Commons). For many children, stuffed animals are loyal and comforting companions. A fluffy friend can make a trip to the doctor or sleeping in the dark seem a little less daunting. …
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Figure: A colorful display of a stimulated brain surrounded by images representing artificial intelligence. In recent years, the combination of neuroscience and machine learning techniques has given rise to the field of computational neuroscience (Source: Pixabay, Geralt). The field of computational neuroscience focuses on the use of mathematical models to understand the physiology and cognitive …
Figure 1: Elevated Plus Maze used to measure anxiety-like behavior in rats Source: Frontiers, Samueljohn.de Previous research into anxiety disorders has indicated that although anxiety has a prominent genetic component, it can be influenced by environmental factors too. Individuals residing in an environment enriched with social relationships and beneficial parenting practices can alleviate anxiety, while …
Figure 1: Diagram of the effects of bile acids on food intake. Bile acids from the digestive system bind to TGR-5 receptors on the surface of hypothalamic cells in the brain to effectively increase insulin synthesis and decrease food intake Source: Frontiers, Danic et al. Obesity has become a worldwide health crisis affecting approximately 13% …
Figure 1: Telehealth consultation via smartphones can serve as a source of at-home mental health care—a service that has become particularly beneficial during the COVID-19 pandemic Source: Pixabay The uncertainties caused by COVID-19 could present severe risks of damage to our mental health. These high-risk circumstances include social isolation, widespread unemployment, stress surrounding contracting the …
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