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New ScientistBrain Stimulation in Awake Mice Partially Offset Sleep Deprivation Effects, Study Finds
Researchers used light to mimic slow-wave activity in one brain hemisphere of sleep-deprived mice. Stimulated animals performed as well as rested mice on a memory task the next day.
StatCDC to Transfer Over 160 Research Macaques to Texas Primate Sanctuary
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention intends to transfer more than 160 macaques to Born Free USA as part of efforts to phase out the use of monkeys in research. The agency cited “unusual and compelling urgency” in finding housing for the animals. A notice seeking respon…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMonkeys Use Brain Implants to Control Avatars in Virtual Environments
Monkeys equipped with approximately 300 electrodes implanted in their brains successfully navigated avatars through various virtual settings. This development highlights progress in brain-computer interface technology. The findings were reported by @NewScientist.