Faezeh Heidari: From Seizure to epilepsy: Understanding how brain behaves in epilepsy
But what exactly are seizures and epilepsy? Seizures Seizures are sudden, temporary bursts of abnormal electrical activity in the brain that disrupt the normal communication between brain cells. These disruptions can lead to sudden changes in movement, sensation, behaviour, function, or awareness. While every brain has the potential to experience a seizure, people with epilepsy […]
Kanishka: What is resonance and how does it work for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)?
To understand how novel functional MRI techniques can capture brief stimulus-response events in the brain, it’s helpful to first understand the basic principles behind MRI itself. Starting with the concept of resonance and how it’s used in MRI provides a foundation to appreciate how advances in this field have made it possible to image fast, […]
Melina Estela Dalmau: Thinking (and transforming) inside the box
Most of us will have a brain scan at least once in our lives. The reasons can be quite varied: after a concussion, to check for internal bleeding or swelling; due to sudden numbness on one side of the body, to detect a possible stroke or tumor; or as a result of memory problems, indicating […]
Shekhar Singh: How to Analyze Different Samples and Sample Sizes: A Researcher’s Guide
Ever wondered why some research findings seem rock-solid while others feel shaky? It all boils down to how samples are selected and analyzed. Whether you’re comparing groups, working with different sample sizes, or just trying to make sense of your data, knowing the right statistical approach makes all the difference. Let’s dive into the fascinating […]
Alex Berg: A Brief Overview of the Challenges that May Face Older Immigrants and Immigrants with Dementia Seeking Social and Medical Services in Finland
The experiences of older immigrants and immigrants with dementia seeking social and medical services is understudied in Finland. Our recently published manuscript focused on the obstacles that may restrict their legal rights and access to justice. Our approach to this topic was unique as it covered both social aspects and legal aspects. For example, we […]
Melika Azim Zadegan: My First PhD Study Results: Key Insights on Remote Monitoring Acceptance Among iNPH Patients in the Pre-Implantation Phase
The world is rapidly advancing toward digitalization across all sectors, and healthcare is no exception. As part of this transformation, home-based remote monitoring (RM) has emerged as a promising framework for tracking patients’ health from the comfort of their homes using digital technology. RM enables the real-time transmission of patient health data to clinical sites, […]
Kaustubh Jadhav: Blood Cytokines and Major Depressive Disorder in Adolescents
Depression may often be thought of as a purely emotional or psychological struggle, but what if biological processes also play a crucial role? In recent years, research has pointed to the correlation between inflammation, particularly cytokines, and major depressive disorder (MDD). While many studies have explored this correlation in adults, very few studies are focused […]
Meheli Banerjee: Seizing Control: The Fight Against Post-Traumatic Epilepsy
Let’s think of our brain like it is a city. There’s a bustling downtown of neurons firing signals back and forth, power lines (aka axons) delivering the electricity (aka neurotransmitters) keeping everything up and running. One day in the peaceful town of Brainsville, a meteor hits and traumatizes the city. The lights go out. Roads […]
Andrius Penkauskas: Gratitude in Motion: Untold Stories and Reflections from the Past Year
The dawn of a new year often brings an uproar of predictions about what will happen in various fields, and academia is no exception. Forecasts, projections, and promises of breakthroughs are everywhere. It is part of human nature to get excited about what lies ahead. Yet, as fascinating as these predictions may be, I often […]
Ahmed Mohamed: Funding Fuels Science
Funding is a fundamental aspect of research and as important as research itself. One of them cannot go without the other. Often, researchers struggle to continue their work and apply their ideas due to lack of money. Securing funding for academic research and pursuing a doctorate degree is often one of the most daunting challenges […]