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Brainbox Wins the 2024 MediWales Innovation Award

We are beyond grateful to announce that Brainbox has won the Innovation Award at the 2024 MediWales Innovation Awards for NeuroFUS PRO! MediWales, a life science network dedicated to advancing human…

Unveiling New Insights into ADHD with tACS and EEG

Kannen et al. (2024) explored the potential of using transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) combined with electroencephalography (EEG) to enhance individual alpha power in adults with…

Enhancing ALS Research with the DuoMAG MP Dual TMS System

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterised by the degeneration of both upper and lower motor neurons. While changes in electromyography (EMG) serve…

The Impact of HD-tDCS on Dynamic Thought Processes

In recent years, the study of mind wandering and dynamic thought processes has gained significant attention in cognitive neuroscience. Understanding how our thoughts shift and change, particularly…

Exploring Sensory Hypersensitivity in Infants: How EEG is Shaping Our Understanding

Sensory processing issues in infants are more common than many might think, with studies showing that approximately 5–13% of children aged 4–6 years and 11.4% of children aged 3-14 years,…

Enhancing Motor Learning Efficiency with Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation

Motor learning is a fascinating process that involves the acquisition and refinement of motor skills. Whether it's mastering a new sport, instrument, or even something as mundane as typing, our…

The Impact of Finger Stimulation on Corticospinal Excitability: Insights from the DuoMAG MP-Dual.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) has revolutionised our understanding of brain function, enabling non-invasive exploration of neural pathways and their interactions. In a recent study,…

Exploring Advanced Brain Stimulation Techniques: A Dive into the Use of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Transcranial Ultrasound Stimulation (TUS).

The integration of cutting-edge technologies in neuroscience research continues to push the boundaries of our understanding of brain function and plasticity. A recent study showcased the innovative…

Enhancing Language Recovery in Post-Stroke Aphasia with the Nurostym.

A stroke is a life-altering event, and one of its most devastating consequences can be aphasia, a language disorder that affects comprehension and expression. For over half a century, speech and…

Neuroaesthetic Insights with the Smarting PRO EEG System

Ceramic tiles are not merely functional building materials; they represent a unique blend of artistry, industrial innovation, and architectural expression. From their historic significance to their…

mbt Smarting Recycle Program 2024

Our partners, mBrainTrain, are announcing the launch of the Smarting Recycle Program 2024, building on the success of its inaugural edition. As a leading mobile EEG company, mBrainTrain are committed…

Advancing Diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder: Integrating Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Electroencephalography

Major depressive disorder (MDD) continues to be a significant challenge in mental health diagnosis and treatment. However, recent advancements in neuroimaging technology offer promising avenues for…

Brainbox Ltd announces a new partnership with Mobile-EEG innovators, mBrainTrain.

Brainbox Ltd announces a new partnership with Mobile-EEG innovators, mBrainTrain. With the advent of mobile EEG technology, the horizon of neuroimaging is expanding dramatically, empowering…

Enhancing Brain Power and Emotional Well-being with Transcranial Electrical Stimulation.

In the ever-evolving landscape of neuroscience and mental health research, innovative technologies continue to push the boundaries of what's possible. A recent study by researchers at University of…

Optimising Transcranial Electrical Stimulation for Visual Excitability

Transcranial electrical stimulation (tES) has garnered significant attention for its potential to modulate brain functions and alleviate symptoms in various psychiatric disorders. Specifically, tES…

Deciphering Social Influence: Insights from NeuroFUS Research

In the realm of decision-making, our choices often pivot on a myriad of cues, including social influences and prior experiences. A recent study by Mahmoodi et al. (2024), delves into the intricate…

Non-Cryogenic 4He Sensors for Thermal Flexibility

The integration of non-cryogenic helium-4 sensors within the OPM-MEG system represents a ground-breaking shift in the system's responsiveness to magnetic changes associated with brain activity. The…

New Study - Neurochemical and functional connectivity effects of theta-burst TUS.

A recent study published in Nature Communications by a team of researchers from the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences at the University of Oxford, delves into the neurochemical and…

Year in Review 2023

As the end of 2023 is upon us, we would like to express our gratitude to everyone who has been a part of Brainbox this year. The Brainbox team is thankful for the opportunity to continue to play a…

Brainbox wins the MediWales Innovation Award for Export 2023

Brainbox has won the Export Award at the 2023 MediWales Innovation Award for Export. MediWales, a life science network dedicated to advancing human life science in Wales, acts as a unifying platform…

Unveiling the Future of Magnetoencephalography: A Comparative Study of Rb-OPM and 4He-OPM in Epilepsy Detection

Magnetoencephalography (MEG) has been a groundbreaking tool in understanding brain activity by recording magnetic fields generated by electrical brain signals. Traditionally, cryogenic MEG systems…

Brainbox will be exhibiting at Neuroscience (SfN) 2023

Brainbox is pleased to announce that we will be attending the Neuroscience 2023 (SfN) meeting from November 11-15, 2023. Our team at Brainbox will be exhibiting at booth 235, where we will be…

BESA Announces a new EEG Workshop

BESA, the Brain Electrical Source Analysis software, is one of the most widely used tools in EEG research. It offers a range of features, from basic ERP analysis to advanced source imaging,…

Brainbox Initiative Announces a new webinar on the Reliability of MEPs in Single Pulse and rTMS protocols

The Brainbox Initiative has announced a new webinar focusing on the reliability of motor evoked potentials (MEPs) in single pulse and rTMS protocols on healthy individuals, featuring researchers…

Exploring Brain Plasticity in Motor Cortex Gliomas: A Novel Approach with nTMS Mapping

A new study evaluated the plasticity of the primary motor cortex in patients with brain tumours using navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation (nTMS), and introduced new quantitative…

Transcranial focused ultrasound-mediated neurochemical and functional connectivity changes in deep cortical regions in humans

Low-intensity transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS) is a non-invasive technique that has been gaining attention in the field of neuroscience and psychiatry. It has the ability to target both…

A New Study Comparing 4He OPM to SQUIDS Reaches New Exciting Results

MagnetoEncephaloGraphy (MEG) is a non-invasive functional imaging technique that provides direct measurement of neuronal activity at a millisecond time scale. Conventional MEG systems use…

Brainbox wins the Mediwales Innovation Awards 2022 for Export

Brainbox wins the Export Award at the MediWales Innovation Awards 2022. MediWales is a life science network that supports the advancement of human life science in Wales. It brings together various…

A new partnership announced between Brainbox Ltd and MAG4Health

A new partnership between Brainbox Ltd and MAG4Health brings innovation to a global market of research with a new generation of MEG. Brainbox Ltd announces a new agreement with…

Creating an Adaptive and Interactive AI at the University of Bologna

The University of Bologna (Italy) was recently awarded a grant by the European Union to conduct a number of research projects as part of a consortium led by Professor Patrizia Fattori. As part of the…

Exploring Human Motor Control and Skill Learning with TMS at the University of Georgia

Recently, Brainbox had the chance to catch up with researchers in the Department of Kinesiology in the Mary Frances Early College of Education at the University of Georgia (UGA), Dr. Deborah Barany…

2021: BOXED

As another year draws to a close, we would like to send a special thank you out to everyone who has played a part in Brainbox's 2021. While it wasn't the return to normality that we had all hoped…

COMPETITION: Locate the TUS Hotspot

To celebrate the launch of the k-Plan Ultrasound Therapy Planning software, we are giving away a free registration for one person to join us at our 2022 Introduction to Transcranial Focused…

Brainbox Initiative Conference 2022: Call for Posters Now Open

The Call for Posters for the Brainbox Initiative Conference 2022 is now open until September 1, 2022. The Brainbox Initiative Conference for non-invasive brain stimulation and imaging research seeks…

Introducing k-Plan for Transcranial Focused Ultrasound Modelling

Brainbox are very excited to introduce k-Plan - an advanced modelling tool for the precision planning of transcranial ultrasound procedures - to our catalogue of non-invasive brain stimulation…

Brainbox Will Be Attending Medica 2021

Brainbox will be attending this year's Medica 2021 conference in Düsseldorf, Germany from November 15-18. If you are attending, make sure to visit us at the Welsh Government Pavilion in Hall 16,…

Using Transcranial Focused Ultrasound to Treat Spinal Cord Injuries at Johns Hopkins University

The Brainbox team was very excited to recently support the delivery and installation of a new suite of transcranial focused ultrasound stimulation (TUS) equipment to Dr Amir Manbachi and Dr Nicholas…

An Introduction to Phybrata

There is an ever-growing body of work which aims to draw attention to the understanding that professional & amateur athletes competing, at all levels, in high-impact sports are more susceptible…

Introducing Interactive Robotics From Kinarm

Brainbox is pleased to confirm an exciting new partnership with Canadian neurotechnology company Kinarm. Opening up fantastic new opportunities for neuromodulation research, we are looking forward…

Announcing a New Product Partnership with PROTXX, Inc.

We are pleased to officially announce a new product partnership with California-based precision healthcare technology pioneer PROTXX, Inc. to bring the exciting new PROTXX Clinic system to our…

Sonic Concepts Launches New NeuroFUS Website as a Resource for Neuroscientists

Sonic Concepts, Inc. have launched a brand new website for the NeuroFUS system for transcranial focused ultrasound neuromodulation (TUS/tFUS). The new website - which features detailed introductions…

ITRUSST Group Launched for Transcranial Focused Ultrasound Safety and Standards

In an exciting development for users of transcranial focused ultrasound neuromodulation (tFUS/TUS) techniques, this week has seen the launch of the International Expert Group on Transcranial…

An Introduction to Transcranial Focused Ultrasound Neuromodulation

Non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) is a promising tool that provides causal – as opposed to correlational – evidence for the operation of neurophysiological events in humans (Walsh…

EEG measurement during tACS and tRNS

NEURO PRAX TMS/tDCS full-band EEG currently measures EEG-signals during TMS or tDCS, however, we can now use the same system to measure undisturbed EEG signals during an oscillating neuro-stimulation…