In the last two decades, brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) have made remarkable strides translating neural signals into motor action programing. From robotic arms to mind-controlled quadcopters and speech processors controlled by thought, these innovations offer new and rousing possibilities for people living with paralysis, amputation, locked-in syndrome, and neurodegenerative disease. But for much of this journey,… Continue reading Beyond Movement: Embodied bionics for Brain Disease and Treatment
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Faster, Clearer, Closer: A New Era of BCI for Paralysis
In the realm of neuroscience and medical technology, the dream of turning thought into action is no longer just theoretical. Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) are fast evolving into viable, clinically meaningful tools, and transforming the lives of people with paralysis and neurodegeneration. Below I share three powerful examples of how far we’ve come, and where we… Continue reading Faster, Clearer, Closer: A New Era of BCI for Paralysis
Inspiring a new generation of scientists in rural Queensland
Tackling disadvantage head on with curiosity and chocolate. The Wonder of Science program runs school-based STEM projects in rural schools and towns around Queensland on topics like volcanoes, water filtration, the solar system and more. My role as a Young Science Ambassador in 2018-2019 was one of the most rewarding experiences during my four years… Continue reading Inspiring a new generation of scientists in rural Queensland
Emerging tools for Brain Health
Everyday in hospitals around the world, patients are receiving life changing treatments for depression using non-invasive brain stimulation tools. But how did we get here? Many years ago, a man put an electric eel on his head and noticed the brain changing effects. Fourty years ago, the first magnetic brain stimulation devices were being used. And… Continue reading Emerging tools for Brain Health
How I measure unconscious memory in the brain
Scientists use computer tasks to engage a brain network and manipulate subtle conditions to infer causation. To understand unconscious memory, we used a simplified visual search task. Here, observers must find a "T" shape among "Ls", which are rotated and different colour to engage attention. Using these types of grid displays, we can tightly control… Continue reading How I measure unconscious memory in the brain
Dr Abbey Nydam 