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01/06/2026

A randomized controlled trial published in World Psychiatry has confirmed that Stanford Neuromodulation Therapy (SNT) can achieve 50% remission rates in patients with treatment-resistant depression, compared to 20.8% with sham stimulation.

What makes this finding particularly significant for the neuroregulation community is the EEG biomarker discovery: frontal beta power decreased significantly following active treatment, and higher pre-treatment left anterior cingulate cortex beta power predicted who would benefit most.

This means we may soon be able to use EEG to identify which patients are most likely to respond to neuromodulation, moving closer to truly personalized brain-based treatment.

31/05/2026

What happens when you combine neurofeedback with mindfulness practice? A recent randomized controlled trial set out to answer that question, and the results are worth paying attention to.

The study examined a neurofeedback-assisted mindfulness protocol for anxiety in young adults. By pairing real-time EEG feedback with structured mindfulness training, participants learned to regulate their own brain states more effectively than with either approach alone.

The logic makes sense: mindfulness teaches awareness of internal states, while neurofeedback provides objective, real-time information about those states at the neural level. Together, they create a feedback loop that accelerates the learning process.

For clinicians working with anxiety, this kind of multimodal approach represents an exciting direction. It's not about choosing between interventions. It's about combining them in ways that leverage the strengths of each.

30/05/2026

The 34th Annual ISNR Conference is coming to Las Vegas this August, and registration is open.

Join us August 13-16, 2026 at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa for four days of cutting-edge research presentations, hands-on workshops, networking with colleagues from around the world, and the latest developments in neuroregulation science and practice.

Whether you're a researcher presenting new findings, a clinician looking to sharpen your skills, or a student entering the field, the ISNR conference is where the neurofeedback and neuromodulation community comes together to learn, connect, and advance the science.

Early registration rates are available. Visit isnr.org/conference for details and to register.

29/05/2026

🌴Stay Where ISNR Happens🌴
🌄 What happens in Vegas… Advances the field! 🧠💡🤓

We’re excited to gather at the beautiful JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa located within The Resort at Summerlin, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA! A peaceful retreat near all the action, yet worlds away from the hustle and bustle. This upscale, Mediterranean-style luxury resort in Summerlin offers the perfect setting for both relaxation and professional connection. ☀️⛰︎🌴🧠

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29/05/2026

Addiction is, at its core, a brain condition. Disrupted neural circuits involved in reward processing, craving, and executive control drive the cycle of substance use even when someone desperately wants to stop. That's why brain-based interventions are gaining attention in addiction treatment.

A 2025 mini review published in Frontiers in Psychiatry examined the evidence for neurofeedback across substance and behavioral addictions. The findings are encouraging: EEG-based neurofeedback, particularly using the alpha-theta protocol, has demonstrated reductions in craving, anxiety, and relapse rates among individuals with alcohol and substance dependence.

A separate systematic review of 32 studies found improvements in abstinence rates, reduced cravings, and enhanced psychological functioning. More recent research is also exploring neurofeedback applications for opioid use disorder and stimulant addiction with promising early outcomes.

Recovery requires more than willpower. It requires rewiring the brain. Neurofeedback provides a pathway to do exactly that.

28/05/2026

📣 ISNR 2026 Registration Reminder 📣

⏰ Late registration begins July 18 ... register early to secure the best rate!

💡 Become an ISNR member at ISNR.org for the preferred conference registration pricing.

🇺🇸 Active-duty military members receive a 10% discount on both membership and conference registration. Please email [email protected] to receive the military discount code.

🎓 Standard Conference Registration Includes:
✔️ Onsite and virtual access
✔️ Plenary sessions & keynotes
✔️ Poster session
✔️ Vendor workshops & demonstrations
✔️ Vendor Hall access
✔️ Networking opportunities
✔️ 🎉🎟️ 1 Saturday dinner ticket
✔️ 📹 Access to session recordings for 60 days

📅 Saturday One-Day Conference Access Pass
Can only attend Saturday? This discounted pass provides access to select conference programming and activities on Saturday only ... a great way to still be part of ISNR 2026!

❓Need help with your registration? We’re happy to assist! 📩 Email [email protected]

Join us at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa located within The Resort at Summerlin, Las Vegas, Nevada, and connect with the global neuroregulation community.

What happens in Vegas… Advances the field! 🎰🧠

28/05/2026

We've long known that exercise is good for the brain. But new research reveals something remarkable about what happens in your brain after a workout.

Scientists at UT Southwestern discovered that specialized neurons in the hypothalamus remain highly active for over an hour after exercise ends. These SF1 neurons act as a "master switch" for physical endurance, sending signals that tell the body to adapt and grow stronger.

Here's what's fascinating: without the activity of these neurons, mice failed to show any endurance gains no matter how hard they exercised. When the researchers artificially activated these neurons, the animals gained even more endurance than usual.

For the brain health community, this reinforces what neuroregulation science has long emphasized: the brain isn't just responding to the body. It's actively directing adaptation. Exercise is brain training in the most literal sense.

28/05/2026

🌟 FRIDAY KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT | ISNR 2026 🌟

As neuroscience moves toward precision-based and personalized brain care, new biomarkers and physiological targeting approaches are reshaping the future of neuromodulation.

ISNR 2026 is excited to welcome Martijn Arns, PhD as a Friday Keynote Speaker at the 34th Annual ISNR Conference in Las Vegas.

🧠 Keynote Presentation:
Heart-Brain Coupling as a Biomarker for Personalized TMS: Bridging Neuromodulation and Biofeedback

Dr. Arns is an applied neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and founder of Brainclinics Foundation, internationally recognized for his work in brain stimulation, neurofeedback, psychophysiology, and medtech innovation.

His keynote will explore Heart-Brain Coupling (HBC), a novel biomarker approach designed to personalize TMS treatment through real-time physiological feedback and cortical-autonomic network engagement.

📍 ISNR 2026
August 13–16, 2026
JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa
Located within The Resort at Summerlin
Las Vegas, Nevada

Experience the Future of Neuroregulation at ISNR 2026.

Learn more and register at ISNRConference.org

Join me for this event: 34th Annual ISNR Conference 2026

27/05/2026

For families navigating autism spectrum disorder, finding effective interventions that address the full range of challenges can feel overwhelming. New research is shedding light on how neurofeedback may complement existing therapies.

A recent systematic review evaluating neurofeedback for ASD found encouraging results: five studies demonstrated improvements in attention, four showed gains in executive function, and additional research has documented improvements in social responsiveness when neurofeedback was combined with conventional therapy.

A 2025 study specifically found that after 20 sessions of neurofeedback training, children with ASD showed positive changes in both behavior and brain network connectivity, suggesting that the benefits extend beyond symptom management to actual changes in neural organization.

While larger, more rigorous trials are still needed, these findings point toward neurofeedback as a promising complement to behavioral therapies for ASD.

26/05/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor those who gave everything in service to our country. We also hold space for the veterans and service members who came home carrying invisible wounds.

PTSD affects an estimated 7% of veterans at some point in their lives, and for many, standard treatments provide only partial relief. That's why research into brain-based approaches like neurofeedback matters so deeply.

The evidence continues to grow. A recent meta-analysis of 17 randomized controlled trials confirmed that neurofeedback significantly reduces PTSD symptoms, with clinically meaningful improvements across standardized measures. For those who have struggled with treatment resistance, neurofeedback offers a different path forward: one that works with the brain's own capacity for self-regulation.

Today we remember. And we continue the work of building better tools for those who served.