Scientists Can’t Read Your Mind. But They’re Working on It
Prof. Tom Chau’s lab can already tell what word you’re thinking of, or if you’re singing a song to yourself Read More
Neuroscience
Suppressing Our Most Fearful Memories
Research on mice reveals that specific memories can be weakened. Could this one day help treat the effects of trauma in humans? Read More
Some Forgetfulness? It’s a Good Thing
Researchers discover that our brain erases certain memories for a reason Read More
When Memory Fails
Understanding how we learn and make memories will lead to better treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, says Brain Prize winner Graham Collingridge Read More
How a Singer Got His Voice Back
Ron Husmann lost his voice due to MS and didn’t sing for 28 years. Then he learned how to harness his brain’s own healing power Read More
Mapping the Mind
Ambitious 10-year project will create a detailed electronic atlas of the brain Read More
The Science of Sleep
Research is pointing to new treatments for the millions of North Americans who suffer from sleep disorders. Read More
A Healing Spark
A tiny electrode implanted in the brain may help patients with Alzheimer’s disease, depression and other disorders Read More