Brain computer interfaces for cognitive enhancement in older people - challenges and applications: a systematic review by Ping-Chen Tsai, Asangaedem Akpan, Kea-Tiong Tang, Heba Lakany

“…Abstract Background Brain-computer interface (BCI) offers promising solutions to cognitive enhancement in older people. Despite the clear progress received, there is limited evidence of BCI implementation for rehabilitation. …”
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Cognitive enhancing effect of an extract of Swertia chirata against memory impairment induced by aluminum chloride by Reena Deshmukh, Manisha Jaiswal, Anshita Shukla, Umesh Patil, Mukesh Sharma

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Editorial: Cognitive stimulants: from caffeine to cannabinoids - current and future perspectives by Daniel Moreira-Silva, Marta C. Cunha-Rodrigues, Ana Elisa Speck, Pablo Pandolfo

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A parametric investigation of binaural beats for brain entrainment and enhancing sustained attention by Anastasiia Melnichuk, Robert K. Cooper, Larry W. Hawk

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Cognitive-Enhancing Effect of a Hydroethanolic Extract of Crinum macowanii against Memory Impairment Induced by Aluminum Chloride in BALB/c Mice by Mohammed S. Jilani, Dexter Tagwireyi, Louis L. Gadaga, Charles C. Maponga, Cosmas Mutsimhu

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Cognitive-Enhancing, Ex Vivo Antilipid Peroxidation and Qualitative Phytochemical Evaluation of the Aqueous and Methanolic Stem Bark Extracts of Lonchocarpus eriocalyx (Harms.) by Gervason Moriasi, Anthony Ireri, Mathew Ngugi

“…In this study, the Morris Water Maze (MWM) method was used to evaluate in vivo cognitive-enhancing effects of studied extracts of L. eriocalyx. …”
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Cognitive improvement and prefrontal network interactions in individuals with remitted bipolar disorder after transcranial infrared laser stimulation by Douglas W. Barrett, Roger E. Davis, Jennifer E. Siegel-Ramsay, Amy Bichlmeier, Jorge R. C. Almeida, F. Gonzalez-Lima

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Augmenting Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder With Transcranial Infrared Laser Stimulation by Douglas W. Barrett, Christopher G. Beevers, F. Gonzalez-Lima

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Hydrolase-Treated Royal Jelly Attenuates H2O2- and Glutamate-Induced SH-SY5Y Cell Damage and Promotes Cognitive Enhancement in a Rat Model of Vascular Dementia by Nualpun Sirinupong, Worrapanitch Chansuwan, Pratchaya Kaewkaen

“…In conclusion, RJH is the potential neuroprotective agent and cognitive enhancer for VaD.…”
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The history, current state and future possibilities of the non-invasive brain computer interfaces by Frederico Caiado, Arkadiy Ukolov

“…Solutions to overcome technological and ethical challenges are explored to improve usability, user experience, and impact in areas such as healthcare, rehabilitation, entertainment, and cognitive enhancement.…”
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Effectiveness of a Smoking Cessation Intervention for Methadone-Maintained Women: A Comparison of Pregnant and Parenting Women by Amber M. Holbrook, Karol A. Kaltenbach

“…For nonpregnant patients, lower affiliative attachment to cigarettes, reliance on cigarettes for cognitive enhancement, and greater sense of control predicted more successful outcomes.…”
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No enhancement of vestibular stimulation on visual working memory for actions by Luyao Hu, Zaifeng Gao, Qi Gao, Rui Wang

“…Despite the absence of significant effects, this study provides valuable insights into the interactions between the vestibular system and cognitive processes, laying the groundwork for future research on GVS applications in cognitive enhancement.…”
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IUPHAR review: Drug repurposing in Schizophrenia – An updated review of clinical trials by Jihan K. Zaki, Jakub Tomasik, Sabine Bahn

“…These encompassed a broad range of pharmacological mechanisms, including immunomodulation, cognitive enhancement, and hormonal, metabolic, and neurotransmitter modulation. …”
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Local and Distributed fMRI Changes Induced by 40 Hz Gamma tACS of the Bilateral Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex: A Pilot Study by Lucia Mencarelli, Lucia Monti, Sara Romanella, Francesco Neri, Giacomo Koch, Ricardo Salvador, Giulio Ruffini, Giulia Sprugnoli, Simone Rossi, Emiliano Santarnecchi

“…Over the past few years, the possibility of modulating fast brain oscillatory activity in the gamma (γ) band through transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) has been discussed in the context of both cognitive enhancement and therapeutic scenarios. However, the effects of tACS targeting regions outside the motor cortex, as well as its spatial specificity, are still unclear. …”
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Application of Multidomain Cognitive Training in a Tele-Neurorehabilitation Setting for Treatment of Post-Stroke Cognitive Disorders by Marianna Contrada, Loris Pignolo, Martina Vatrano, Caterina Pucci, Isabel Mantia, Federica Scarfone, Maria Quintieri, Antonio Cerasa, Gennarina Arabia

“…Results: The multidomain cognitive training induced a significant improvement in the working memory and language abilities as well as depression symptoms and alleviated caregiver burden. Most of this cognitive enhancement persisted after six months (T2), with the exception of depression symptoms. …”
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Therapeutic potential of phytocompounds of Bacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst (literature review) by O.O. Nikitina, D.S. Tsyba

“…Experimental animal studies of whole aqueous or ethanolic extracts of B. monnieri have been found to support a cognitive enhancement effect. The extract was not toxic to humans. …”
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Multisensory Stimulation in Rehabilitation of Dementia: A Systematic Review by Andrea Calderone, Angela Marra, Rosaria De Luca, Desirèe Latella, Francesco Corallo, Angelo Quartarone, Francesco Tomaiuolo, Rocco Salvatore Calabrò

“…CST has demonstrated significant improvements in general cognitive function, particularly in language skills, offering a promising approach for cognitive enhancement. Sonas therapy, while showing positive trends in some studies, does not consistently achieve statistically significant outcomes across all cognitive domains. …”
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A systematic review and meta-analysis of the impact of transcranial direct current stimulation on cognitive function in older adults with cognitive impairments: the influence of do... by Thatchaya Prathum, Thanwarat Chantanachai, Oranich Vimolratana, Chotica Laksanaphuk, Irin Apiworajirawit, Benchaporn Aneksan, Kanthika Latthirun, Cheng-Ta Yang, Wanalee Klomjai

“…This study further explores the impact of tDCS and its dosage parameters on cognitive enhancement in older people with cognitive impairments. …”
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Liposome-like encapsulation of fish oil-based self-nano emulsifying formulation for improved bioavailability by Iqbal Ahmad, Aparana Dogra, Tanya Nagpal, Chandvi Sharma, Sudhakar Singh, Nikhil Shaiva, Gaurav Saini, Kanishk Luhach

“…Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are known for their significant health benefits, including cardiovascular protection, anti-inflammatory effects, and cognitive enhancement. However, the poor bioavailability of these lipophilic compounds, especially in their ethyl ester form, limits their clinical efficacy. …”
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The technical-reasoning network is recruited when people observe others make or teach how to make tools: An fMRI study by Alexandre Bluet, Emanuelle Reynaud, Giovanni Federico, Chloé Bryche, Mathieu Lesourd, Arnaud Fournel, Franck Lamberton, Danielle Ibarrola, Yves Rossetti, François Osiurak

“…This study suggests that technical reasoning underpins technological culture, while social cognition enhances learners’ technical reasoning by guiding attention to key aspects of the technology.…”
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