Here’s news about some exciting research going on.
Human Brain Simulator
Scientists have created this simulation that lets you see which parts of the brain are activated by differing activities. It’s amazing!
You can flip, rotate, and click around this online 3D model to learn about the different regions of the brain and their functions.
For example, here is an image of where the brain is activated during Working Memory
https://www.brainsimulation.org/atlasweb/
(It takes a short while to load and you will see why when you use it. It is well worth the wait.)
The Human Brain Project
The Human Brain Project aims to put in place a cutting-edge research infrastructure that will allow scientific and industrial researchers to advance our knowledge in the fields of neuroscience, computing, and brain-related medicine.
The 10-year Project began in 2013 and directly employs some 500 scientists at more than 100 universities, teaching hospitals, and research centres across Europe. Read more
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I’m seventy this year and find my self struggling with not only my recall but my speech and finding the words I need in a conversation. very embarrassing with me filling in with umms and ahhs. What books should I get to start my self-help journey?
You are not alone! This is an annoying brain and memory let-down that happens to most of us when we pass the magic 50! (sometimes even earlier as people struggle to keep up with the pace of modern life and technology). Memory Foundation has two effective ways of helping you take back control over the way your memory works for you – Memory Tune https://www.brainfit.world/product/memory-tune/ which takes you through, step-by-step, what you need to know and do. It has 14 sessions and arrives in your inbox over seven weeks. The other is a book, 7-Day Brain Boost Plan https://www.brainfit.world/product/7-day-brain-boost-plan-handy-page-holder/ which is a more general overview of what you need to know and a suggested seven-day outline of your new brain-friendly lifestyle. Getting started is the main thing!
Gosh, doesn’t time fly! I chanced to look over my shoulder and saw the footprints of my journey last year treading seamlessly into 2020.
Last year I made a commitment to myself to continue practising the exercises laid out in 7 Day Brain Boost Plan (how to become Brian fit for life). Initially resolution was required. It alerted me to the fact I would need more patience!! !, consequently leading me to rewarding achievements. But now, I relish the workout to achieve goals set out.
For instance, one evening while preparing dinner, I went to the fridge to gather some vegetables. I spied a covered plate. What’s this? Spontaneously I reached in to seize the moment. “Stop” shrieked Resolute, “Use your Brain!” Resolutely I shut the fridge door and padded back to the pantry. Two peeled- carrots later it came to me. Remnants of my Apple and apricot shortcake I had made two days previous. What an excellent two-fold discovery. Firstly, I consciously made the decision to give myself time to remember and secondly we had a lovely piece of shortcake for dessert.
This and many more instances have emerged from my daily brain work out, leading to simple but satisfying achievements.
Memorising lists comes to mind and I definitely make an effort with remembering names, which actually was lazy behaviour on my part.
Most importantly, this book has helped move doubts that can assail from time to time. I can say I feel more confident and in control from asserting myself to change some “habits of a lifetime”.
There is a saying isn’t there, “Old habits die hard”. Not so, I believe, if you take this book seriously
I love this story, Mary! You have demonstrated perfectly ‘memory in action’. Sometimes the connections take a bit longer but they do happen. Thank you so much for sharing the daily life example.l