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Artificial Skin to Improve Sense of Touch, Help Study Neural Activity

At the Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland, researchers have created an interesting artificial “skin” that can sense touch while providing real-time haptic feedback in the form of vibrations. Because the sensors and actuators are completely embedded within this skin, it allows for near simultaneous closed-loop control of the system and makes it… Read More »

How can Physical Activity be a great ally against Depression? By SÉrgio Fonsaca

Individuals suffering from depression tend to be idle, unoccupied and discouraged. This picture of distress and deep sadness is not healthy and only aggravates the state of the sick person. A variety of illnesses, especially mental and psychological illness, can be helped by physical activities. Most health professionals always present routines with physical exercises… Read More »