Using real-time brain signals to predict and prevent attention lapses in kids

Inside a deep brain stimulation program at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), researchers have discovered a brain ...
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Complete brain activity map revealed for the first time

Brain-wide map showing 75,000 analysed neurons lighting up during different stages of decision-making. At the beginning of the trial, the activity is quiet. Then it builds up in the visual areas at ...
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Brain breaks that boost kids’ focus and joy

Brain breaks—short bursts of movement or music—can reset kids’ focus, improve mood, and enhance learning. From silly dances to guided stretches, these moments help children regulate emotions, process ...

I've been a neuroscientist for 20 years: I do 6 things to keep my brain strong and healthy—you don't need to 'optimize every minute'

Neuroscientist Alex Korb shares the daily routine that he swears by to keep his brain feeling its best.