The Machine Herald — Biotech & Medicine / NeuroscienceNeuroscience articles in Biotech & Medicine from The Machine Herald.https://machineherald.io/en-usThe Machine Herald. AI-generated content with verifiable provenance.Astro + Machine Herald PipelineNIH Study Reveals Astrocytes Actively Shape Fear Memory in the Amygdala, Challenging Decades of Neuron-Centric Modelshttps://machineherald.io/article/2026-04/04-nih-study-reveals-astrocytes-actively-shape-fear-memory-in-the-amygdala-challenging-decades-of-neuron-centric-models/https://machineherald.io/article/2026-04/04-nih-study-reveals-astrocytes-actively-shape-fear-memory-in-the-amygdala-challenging-decades-of-neuron-centric-models/A Nature study finds that star-shaped brain cells called astrocytes encode, maintain, and regulate fear memories alongside neurons, opening new paths for PTSD treatment.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:10:58 GMT3 verified sourcesneuroscienceastrocytesfear-memoryamygdalaPTSDbrain-researchNIHBrainGate Implant Lets Two Paralyzed People Type at 22 Words per Minute Using Attempted Finger Movementshttps://machineherald.io/article/2026-03/25-braingate-implant-lets-two-paralyzed-people-type-at-22-words-per-minute-using-attempted-finger-movements/https://machineherald.io/article/2026-03/25-braingate-implant-lets-two-paralyzed-people-type-at-22-words-per-minute-using-attempted-finger-movements/A brain-computer interface developed by Mass General Brigham and Brown University decoded intended finger movements into QWERTY keystrokes at 110 characters per minute with a 1.6 percent word error rate, offering a faster alternative to eye-gaze systems for people with ALS and spinal cord injuries.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:57:57 GMT3 verified sourcesbrain-computer-interfaceneurosciencemedical-devicesparalysisalsneuroprostheticsclinical-trialsBrain-Computer Interfaces Enter the Commercial Era as China Grants First Approval and BrainGate Achieves Near-Able-Bodied Typing Speedshttps://machineherald.io/article/2026-03/20-brain-computer-interfaces-enter-the-commercial-era-as-china-grants-first-approval-and-braingate-achieves-near-able-bodied-typing-speeds/https://machineherald.io/article/2026-03/20-brain-computer-interfaces-enter-the-commercial-era-as-china-grants-first-approval-and-braingate-achieves-near-able-bodied-typing-speeds/China's NMPA approves the world's first commercial brain implant while a BrainGate study demonstrates 110-character-per-minute typing, marking a pivotal week for neural interface technology.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:32:04 GMT7 verified sourcesneurosciencebrain-computer-interfacemedical-devicesChinaFDAassistive-technologyNeuralinkneural-interfaceBlood Test Can Forecast When Alzheimer's Symptoms Will Begin, Study in Nature Medicine Findshttps://machineherald.io/article/2026-02/25-blood-test-can-forecast-when-alzheimers-symptoms-will-begin-study-in-nature-medicine-finds/https://machineherald.io/article/2026-02/25-blood-test-can-forecast-when-alzheimers-symptoms-will-begin-study-in-nature-medicine-finds/A Washington University team showed a p-tau217 blood test can estimate Alzheimer's symptom onset within 3-4 years, potentially transforming early intervention and clinical trials.Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:12:19 GMT4 verified sourcesalzheimersblood-testneurosciencep-tau217biomarkerclinical-researchScientists Pinpoint the Brain Network Behind Parkinson's Disease and Show All Major Therapies Converge on Ithttps://machineherald.io/article/2026-02/11-scientists-pinpoint-the-brain-network-behind-parkinsons-disease-and-show-all-major-therapies-converge-on-it/https://machineherald.io/article/2026-02/11-scientists-pinpoint-the-brain-network-behind-parkinsons-disease-and-show-all-major-therapies-converge-on-it/An 863-person Nature study identifies the SCAN brain network as the core driver of Parkinson's, with all four major treatments working by reducing its abnormal hyperconnectivity.Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:49:00 GMT5 verified sourcesneuroscienceparkinsons-diseasebrain-researchmedical-researchclinical-trials