In a potentially major breakthrough for regenerative medicine, scientists at MIT have developed a way to convert skin cells directly into brain cells extremely efficiently, without needing to go through the intermediate step of converting them to stem cells first.Continue ReadingCategory: Biology, ScienceTags: Stem Cells, Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPS), Cells, MIT, Brain, neurons, Regenerat
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Directly converting skin cells to brain cells yields 1,000% success
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Rehab robotics and synced zaps restore movement after spinal injury
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A new study has tested innovative proof-of-concept technology that syncs electrical stimulation with rehabilitation robotics to enable individuals paralyzed after spinal injury to move more naturally. The tech should improve recovery outcomes.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical Innovations, Body & MindTags: Spinal cord injury, Paralysis, Rehabilitation robotics, Physical functioning, EPFL
New research by Yale has found an association between exposure to chemicals commonly used in firefighting and incidence of a brain tumor called a glioma in firefights, suggesting that the cancer may have an environmental cause.Continue ReadingCategory: Brain Health, Body & MindTags: Brain cancer, Environmental, Risk factors, Yale School of Public Health
Prosthetic hand knows exactly how hard it can safely squeeze stuff
Posted by ArielTechGeek 6 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have come up with a better prosthetic hand that uses a hybrid design to carefully grip various objects with just the right amount of pressure.Continue ReadingCategory: Robotics, TechnologyTags: Prosthetics, medical-robotics, Robotic, Johns Hopkins University
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Your brain might have a spoon-sized amount of plastic in it
Posted by ArielTechGeek 9 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
By now, you've no doubt heard that modern living is filling our bodies with microplastics. But an alarming study now shows just how much of the non-degradable particles are in our brains, and how much higher they are in dementia patients.Continue ReadingCategory: Brain Health, Body & MindTags: Microplastic, Brain, Plastics, Plastic, Plastic waste, Water Bottle, University of New Mexico
Dual-laser 4K projector gets bright and colorful in the home cinema
Posted by ArielTechGeek 9 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
The world's top DLP projector brand has launched a dual-laser 4K projector that's aimed at installation pros as well as home cinema enthusiasts. The HCPro-4400 is designed to dominate with "unmatched clarity and vibrant color precision."Continue ReadingCategory: Home Entertainment, Consumer Tech, TechnologyTags: Optoma, 4K UHD, Projectors, home theater, Laser
Ultra-compact tiny house provides a home on wheels for under $40k
Posted by ArielTechGeek 11 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
In an era in which tiny houses are becoming increasingly luxurious – and expensive – Dragon Tiny Homes recalls the small living movement's roots with the Genesis. The compact model provides a small and simple towable home for just US$39,500.Continue ReadingCategory: Tiny Houses, LifestyleTags: Building and Construction, Tiny Footprint, Micro-House, House, Home
Barn-shaped home produces almost twice as much energy as it needs
Posted by ArielTechGeek 12 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Commissioned to create a family residence in an area known for its cold, snowy winters and hot summers, Florian Busch Architects has completed the House W. Taking the form of a timber barn-inspired structure that's partially covered in solar panels, the home's energy efficient design allows it to harness almost twice as much power as it requires annually.Continue ReadingCategory: Architecture, Li
Two beers a day shrinks your brain as much as a decade of aging
Posted by ArielTechGeek 13 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
A 2022 study of more than 36,000 high-quality MRI brain scans found drinking four units of alcohol a day – two beers, or two glasses of wine – can cause structural damage and brain volume loss equivalent to 10 years of aging. The findings proved to be the tip of the iceberg for researchers looking at how alcohol affects our brain.Continue ReadingCategory: Wellness & Healthy Living, Body &
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