Mind over matter

Ever seen those post-apocalyptic sci-fi movies where the collective consciousness of the human race is under the control of machines? Or maybe even X-Men? Charles Xavier using his brainwave amplification device 'Cerebro' to detect mutants across the globe? What if I told you technology like that is soon on its way to reality? Much sooner than you think.

Jokes aside, we, fortunately, do not live in a fictional comicbook. However, recent advancements in neuroscience research have made technology such as brainwave scanners and brain-to-brain synchronicity devices possible. Check out this week's Cover Story to find out what UIU's Brain Computer Interface (BCI) Research Lab has been developing. From EEG headsets to machines that can measure your attention level, you would be surprised to find what strides have been made to improve the fields of neuroscience research and machine learning in Bangladesh.

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