Scientists have developed an experimental device and protocol to manipulate the content of people’s dreams while sleeping, reminding them of specific cues that can trigger specific dream themes and experiences. While building unlimited dreams of Start Still science fiction for now, new research shows that the evolving science of dream …
Read More »Ila Fiete studies how the brain performs complex calculations
While doing a postdoc about 15 years ago, Ila Fiete began looking for teaching jobs in computational neuroscience, a field that uses mathematical tools to investigate brain function. However, there were no advertised positions in theoretical or computational neuroscience at that time in the United States. “It wasn’t really a …
Read More »Trump insists that the basic cognitive test was difficult: ‘Person, woman, man, camera, television’
The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, please consider a contribution. Donald Trump has once again bragged about his performance on a primary test designed to detect early signs of dementia, this time demonstrating one of the easiest tasks during …
Read More »“Danger!” Host Alex Trebek says his cancer treatments are “paying off”
Alex Trebek gave viewers a health update for the first time in months on Thursday. The legendary “Danger!” The host told fans that he is “fine” and that his treatments pancreatic cancer they are “bearing fruit”. “I’m fine,” said the 79-year-old host in a video recorded at his home. “I …
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