Brain science

Scientists will test the nano-sized magnets in mice first, with a view to developing it as a new brain stimulation treatment in humans

Could nano-sized magnets in brain offer new hope for epilepsy and Alzheimer's?
Researchers from the University of Glasgow are part of a cross-Europe project which is aiming to develop a revolutionary new method of treating a wide range of neurological disorders. The Wireless Deep Brain Stimulation Through Engineered Multifunctional Nanomaterials project, or BRAINSTORM, is setting out to develop tiny injectable magnets which could help restore function to damaged neurons in patients’ brains.

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