Neuroscience – Brain Mind Institute

Why we don't all develop posttraumatic stress disorder

Published:07.11.23 — A study by researchers at EPFL shows why only a subset of individuals exposed to trauma develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The research, centered on the body's stress hormone response, could pave the way for more targeted treatments for PTSD.

Non-invasive deep brain stimulation enhances motor learning

Published:20.10.23 — Using a new, non-invasive brain-stimulation technique, scientists at EPFL show that it is possible to enhance the activity of deep brain structures and improve motor learning. The research opens up new ways for noninvasive treatments of brain disorders.

Pembe Gizem Özdil awarded Google PhD Fellowship

Published:16.10.23 — Pembe Gizem Özdil, a biorobotics PhD student at EPFL, has been awarded one of the prestigious Google PhD Fellowships.