Lego robots: the new brain workout for seniors?

NCT ID NCT05341232

First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a 12-week Lego robot programming class could improve thinking and memory in healthy adults aged 65 and older. Participants learned to build and program robots, which requires planning and problem-solving. Researchers measured changes in brain activity and cognitive test scores before and after the program to see if this fun activity benefits the aging brain.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • College of Medicine, National Taiwan University

    Taipei, 10051, Taiwan

  • National Taiwan Science Education Center

    Taipei, 11165, Taiwan

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