Researchers have developed a virtual reality-based system that shows promise in improving the differentiation between common mental health conditions, …
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Breakthrough haptic technology mimics complex touch sensations
When it comes to haptic feedback, most technologies are limited to simple vibrations. But our skin is loaded with tiny sensors that detect pressure, vibration, …
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Study reveals how virtual body pain disrupts sense of ownership
A study from Hiroshima University found that when people were told to imagine their virtual bodies in pain, their brains resisted the illusion of ownership. …
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Nature-based therapies can be promising complementary approaches to pain management
In a new study, an international team of neuroscientists led by the University of Vienna has shown that experiencing nature can alleviate acute physical pain. …
Neuroscientists discover how the brain corrects visual distortions during movement
Why do our mental images stay sharp even when we are moving fast? A team of neuroscientists led by Professor Maximilian Jösch at the Institute of Science and …