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Mapping the brain at high resolution

New 3D imaging technique can reveal, much more quickly than other methods, how neurons connect throughout the brain.

via MIT News · Jan. 17, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology #imaging
Article Research

In-cell sequencing reveals genome’s natural geometry

A new method for sequencing the genome of an intact single cell may help researchers understand how key autism genes are regulated.

via Spectrum News · Oct. 23, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#genetics #neurobiology #technology
Article Research

Detecting patients’ pain levels via their brain signals

System could help with diagnosing and treating noncommunicative patients.

via MIT News · Sept. 12, 2019
in Affective Computing
#artificial intelligence #health #neurobiology +3 more
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Deep Reinforcement Learning for Pain Management

Opioid therapy is the cornerstone of management of pain in the ICU. However, opioids present numerous side effects and are highly addictive…

in Affective Computing
Daniel Lopez Martinez · Rosalind W. Picard
#artificial intelligence #health #neurobiology +6 more
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Article Research

Neuroscientist Ed Boyden is decoding the brain with the power of light

With the help of flashing lights and materials used in diapers, we could find out what thoughts are made of.

via New Scientist · July 31, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Post Research

Ed Boyden awarded the Croonian Medal and Lecture 2020

Named for one of the original Fellows of the Royal Society, the Croonian Medal and Lecture is the premier lecture in biological sciences.

Aug. 1, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Article Research

Decoding physical patterns of our bodies via conformable devices

In an interview with Medgadget, Canan Dagdeviren talks about the mission and ethos of Conformable Decoders

via Medgadget · July 24, 2019
in Conformable Decoders
#health #neurobiology #wellbeing
Post Research

Ed Boyden awarded 2019 Warren Alpert Prize, with Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Gero Miesenböck

The Warren Alpert Foundation honors scientists whose work has improved the understanding, prevention, treatment or cure of human disease.

July 16, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology #neural interfacing and control
Project Research

The Future of Neuroimplantable Devices: A materials science and regulatory perspective

​The past two decades have seen unprecedented progress in the development of novel materials, form factors, and functionalities in neuroimp…

in Conformable Decoders
Farita Tasnim · Canan Dagdeviren
#design #bioengineering #health +4 more
Article Research

Three from MIT elected to the National Academy of Sciences for 2019

Faculty members Edward Boyden, Paula Hammond, and Aviv Regev recognized for “distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.

via MIT News · May 1, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Article Research

Ed Boyden elected to National Academy of Sciences

Boyden’s research creates and applies technologies that aim to expand our understanding of the brain.

via McGovern Institute for Brain Research at MIT · May 1, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Publication Research

3D nanofabrication by volumetric deposition and controlled shrinkage of patterned scaffolds

Oran, D., Rodriques, S. G., Gao, R., Asano, S., Skylar-Scott, M. A., Chen, F., Tillberg, P., Marblestone, A., Boyden, E. S. (2018). 3D nanofabrication by volumetric deposition and controlled shrinkage of patterned scaffolds. Science, 362(6420), 1281–1285.

Academic Paper, Dec. 2018
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Article Research

Alana gift to MIT launches Down syndrome research center, technology program for disabilities

Foundation’s $28.6 million gift will fund science, innovation, and education to advance understanding, ability, and inclusion.

via MIT News · March 20, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#learning + teaching #neurobiology #technology +1 more
Article Research

Thanks to rapid, 3D imaging, anyone can tour the fly brain

A new fly-through of the fly brain allows anyone to whizz past neurons and visit any of the 40 million synapses where neurons touch neuron.

via ScienceBlog · Jan. 18, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology #technology
Article Research

‘Taste of the future’: New microscopy technique captures stunning images of a fly’s brain

Ed Boyden and collaborators combine expansion microscopy with lattice light-sheet microscopy to capture detailed images of the brain.

via STAT · Jan. 17, 2019
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology #imaging #technology
Article Research

From brain prostheses to the 3D brain: Ed Boyden on the future of neuroscience

Boyden is certainly a wellspring of innovative ideas—but more than this, he is a scientific pioneer.

via SynBioBeta · Nov. 19, 2018
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#bioengineering #neurobiology #technology
Post Research

Congratulations to the 2019 Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees

The 2019 Forbes 30 Under 30 list includes at least three members of the Media Lab community.

Nov. 13, 2018
in Center for Civic Media · Biomechatronics · Synthetic Neurobiology +2 more
#artificial intelligence #civic media #neurobiology +4 more
Article Research

A 29-Year-Old CEO Who's Shaking Up Diagnostics & Other Stories From The 2019 Healthcare 30 Under 30

Biomechatronics researcher Tyler Clites and Synthetic Neurobiology researcher Fei Chen are among the 2019 Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees.

via Forbes · Nov. 13, 2018
in Biomechatronics · Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology #biomechanics #biotechnology
Article Research

Ed Boyden on "How to invent game-changing technologies"

Neuroscientist Ed Boyden discussing two inventions of his that have revolutionized neuroscience: optogenetics and expansion microscopy.

via Rationally Speaking · July 8, 2018
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Article Research

Ed Boyden at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Symposium—Brains and Behavior

via CSHL Leading Strand · June 4, 2018
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Post Research

10+ years of Human 2.0

Revisit Human 2.0, a 2007 Media Lab symposium focused on the future of human adaptability.

May 9, 2018
in Social Machines · Affective Computing · Opera of the Future +3 more
#robotics #architecture #health +4 more
Article Research

Optogenetics: understanding the brain, one flash of light at a time

A powerful tool to excite neurons using light is helping researchers to map the brain’s connections.

via Cosmos · April 20, 2018
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Post Research

Congratulations to Ed Boyden on being inducted as an AIMBE Fellow

The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) College of Fellows honors those who have made out…

April 11, 2018
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Article Research

Ed Boyden receives 2018 Canada Gairdner International Award

MIT scientist is among three recognized for the discovery of optogenetics.

via MIT News · March 27, 2018
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Article Research

Archon: A fluorescent voltage indicator for imaging neural activity

Fluorescent sensor allows imaging of neurons' electrical communications, without electrodes

via MIT News · Feb. 26, 2018
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology #synthetic biology
Article Research

Tiny implant opens way to deliver drugs deep into the brain

Scientists have created a hair-thin implant that can drip medications deep into the brain by remote control and with pinpoint precision.

via Washington Post/AP · Jan. 24, 2018
in Conformable Decoders
#bioengineering #health #neurobiology +2 more
Article Research

Next-generation optogenetic molecules control single neurons

Focused laser beam could help scientists map connections among neurons that underlie behavior

via MIT News · Nov. 13, 2017
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Article Research

Ed Boyden and optogenetics: The future of neuroscience

Eric Topol, editor-in-chief of Medscape, interviews Synthetic Neurobiology head Ed Boyden.

via Medscape · Sept. 6, 2017
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Article Research

Robotic Patch Clamping Gains Eyes

Patch clamping, a method that allows scientists to study the electrical activity of single cells, is one of the oldest tools in the neurosc…

via The Scientist · Aug. 30, 2017
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology
Article Research

Robotic system monitors specific neurons

Success rate is comparable to that of highly trained scientists performing the process manually

via MIT News · Aug. 30, 2017
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#robotics #neurobiology
Article Research

A bionic man: Hugh Herr strides forward on next-generation robotic legs

You’ll likely hear Hugh Herr before you see him.The charismatic leader of MIT’s biomechatronics research group wears two next-generation pr…

via Autodesk Redshift · July 27, 2017
in Biomechatronics
#neurobiology
Post Research

Expansion Pathology

Enlarging clinical samples for imaging to understand the building blocks of pathologies with nanoscale precision

July 17, 2017
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology #synthetic biology #imaging
Article Research

Some amazing facts about your unbelievable brain

Why was Einstein’s brain so good at some things and not others? Why is yours?

via Los Angeles Times · May 18, 2017
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#cognition #neurobiology
Article Research

New approach to amputation could reduce phantom pain

The technique, tested in rodents, could yield better sensation and control of prosthetic limbs

via Scientific American · June 2, 2017
in Biomechatronics
#neurobiology
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Bringing sensation to bionic limbs

via Science Friday · June 6, 2017
in Biomechatronics
#neurobiology
Article Research

Iterative Expansion Microscopy

High-resolution imaging with conventional microscopes:Tissue-expansion technique could allow scientists to map brain circuits.

April 19, 2017
in Synthetic Neurobiology
#neurobiology #imaging
Center for Future Banking
#robotics #architecture #art +27 more
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Optogenetics: Hardware Enabling Neural Control by Light

We have developed a set of "optogenetic" reagents: fully genetically encoded reagents that, when targeted to specific …

in Synthetic Neurobiology
Edward Boyden · Anthony Nicholas Zorzos
#bioengineering #health #neurobiology
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