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Revolutionary MARBLE Method Reveals Shared Brain Patterns Across Species

2/18/2025

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A groundbreaking method called MARBLE, developed by researchers at EPFL, uncovers shared brain activity patterns among various animals. By examining neural recordings from macaques and rats, MARBLE identified strikingly similar neural motifs during tasks. This innovative approach not only deepens our understanding of brain function but also holds promise for advancing brain-machine interfaces in assistive technologies.

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A groundbreaking method called MARBLE, developed by researchers at EPFL, uncovers shared brain activity patterns among various animals. By examining neural recordings from macaques and rats, MARBLE identified strikingly similar neural motifs during tasks. This innovative approach not only deepens our understanding of brain function but also holds promise for advancing brain-machine interfaces in assistive technologies.