Category: Neuroscience
Stroke Survivors’ Brains Rejuvenate to Compensate for Injury
Can a stroke make part of your brain younger? New research using deep learning reveals that undamaged brain regions reorganize and show “youthful” structural patterns to compensate for severe stroke damage.
How AI “Sycophancy” Warps Human Judgment
A new study finds that AI chatbots are “sycophants” that affirm users 49% more than humans do. This constant flattery makes users more certain of their own biases and less likely to repair real-world relationships.
New Rare Genetic Neurodevelopmental Disorder Identified
Researchers discovered RPN1-CDG, a new rare genetic disease. The condition is caused by an RPN1 gene mutation that disrupts how cells attach sugar molecules to proteins.
Predictive Brain: Why Categorization is an Action, Not an Idea
A landmark paper argues that the brain categorizes the world based on action plans rather than sensory prototypes. This predictive approach allows the brain to meet the body’s needs efficiently.
