In search of new treatments for mental illness
Transcranial magnetic stimulation is a recommended treatment option for depression. Robert Bodén is now going to evaluate whether the method is also effective against voice hallucinations, depression in teenagers and eating disorders.
Exploring the limits of consciousness
What are the indicators of consciousness in humans and animals? And what about artificial intelligence – can computational systems develop consciousness? We asked Michele Farisco, a researcher in neuroethics at Uppsala university.
“It’s as if the brain is running in too low a gear”
What happens in the brain in mental illness? Astrocytes have been shown to play an important role. Associate Professor Maria Lindskog and Master’s student Dunya Alzanbouri are trying to learn more about these relatively unknown brain cells.
Complex organ
Our brain is made up of 100 billion neurons, each of which communicates with an average of 10,000 other neurons.
The brain in the picture was made by Master’s student Dunya Alzanbouri and her classmate. They produced it in the Advanced Neurobiology course.
Use of PET imaging to combat Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common dementia disorders, but diagnosing and treating it still require a great deal of research. Scientists at Uppsala University are developing the PET technique to achieve an accurate diagnosis.
Elham Rostami aims to use AI to alleviate brain damage
AI, late nights and political engagement – brain surgeon Elham Rostami’s work focuses on providing the best possible treatment for patients with head injuries.
Brain location of strong sense of discomfort identified
The subthalamus is located deep in the brain. Researchers have identified a new neural circuit there that, when activated, causes a strong sense of discomfort.
More themes
Curious about more research that can expand your perspectives? Do you want to know how our brain works, learn how you can contribute to the green transition, or explore the state of democracy in the world?
