BOHR International Journal of Neurology and Neuroscience

An extensive analysis of various neural models and neuromorphic engineering

Sashmita Panda — 2026-02-26

Neuromorphic engineering is becoming an important topic of research due to the paradigm shift from traditional computing architectures to data-driven, cognitive computing. Numerous studies on neuromorphic objects, circuits, and systems may be found in the literature. This paper aims to analyze current advances in neuromorphic engineering and related topics in order to recommend important avenues for future research. Developing new computing paradigms and guiding the development of a new generation of technologies that can combine the benefits of large-scale industrial electronics with the computational performance of brains requires an understanding of the computational principles used by the brain and how they are physically embodied. Given the increasing volumes of data and the pressing need for intelligent, flexible computing, our analysis suggests that neuromorphic engineering has a bright future.

Magnetic stimulation using microcoils: a skeptical review

Bradley J. Roth — 2026-05-31

Recently several research groups have used sub-millimeter-sized microcoils to perform magnetic stimulation of nerves. This review assesses the magnitude of the electric field induced by these microcoils. In some cases magnetic stimulation is a plausible mechanism for neural excitation, but in other cases the induced electric field is far too small to excite a neuron. These results indicate that microcoil magnetic stimulation may not occur via magnetic stimulation but by some other mechanism. One alternative mechanism is capacitive coupling.

A cylindrical endoport and self-retaining port-holder: technical advances in Neurosurgery (a brief technical report)

Suresh K. Sankhla — 2026-01-03

Tubular ports are commonly used in endoscopic neurosurgical procedures. Studies have shown that by splitting and not disrupting fiber tracts, the neuroports can cause much less damage to the brain as compared to the one caused by blades of the conventional retraction systems. We describe here a transparent, soft, and flexible silastic tube that can be used as a neuroendoport successfully for removal of deep-seated brain tumors and hematomas. The self-retaining retractor system described in this report is safe and efficient to hold the endoport in position and is used in our department without any complication. More importantly, the system is indigenous and cheaper and is available in all neurosurgery departments.