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High Resolution Brain Imaging Could Improve Detection of Concussion

Neuroscience NewsDecember 1, 2016

A new study reports using MEG neuroimaging technology in conjunction with machine learning algorithms could help to determine whether a person is suffering from concussion.... Read More...

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Thinning Brain Tissue in College Football Players

Neuroscience NewsNovember 30, 2016

Decreased cortical thickness appears to be correlated with reported concussions, researchers report.... Read More...

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Evidence Of Brain Injury Found In Young NFL Players

Neuroscience NewsNovember 29, 2016

Researchers observe white matter changes in NFL football players who reported concussions. ... Read More...

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Head Impacts Lead to Brain Changes in High School Football Players

Neuroscience NewsNovember 28, 2016

After just one season of playing football, neuroimaging technology reveals changes in gray and white matter correlated with exposure to head trauma in high school students, a new study reports.... Read More...

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Imaging Study Examines Brains of Current and Former NFL Players

Neuroscience NewsNovember 28, 2016

Researchers measure a marker of activated glial cell response in current and former NFL football players who have suffered concussions.... Read More...

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Connection Between Brain Inflammation and CTE Identified

Neuroscience NewsNovember 2, 2016

A new study reports neuroinflammation could have a direct involvement in the development of CTE.... Read More...

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Air Bag Bike Helmets Show Promise Against Concussion

Neuroscience NewsOctober 4, 2016

Researchers report a new type of bike helmet that features air bag technology shows promise in preventing concussions.... Read More...

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Experimental Imaging Agent Reveals Concussion Related CTE in Living Brain

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 27, 2016

Researchers use an experimental PET scan tracer to effectively find brain protein deposits specific to CTE in the brain of a retired NFL player.... Read More...

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Some Youth Football Drills Are Riskier Than Others

Neuroscience NewsAugust 23, 2016

Limiting tackling drills during football practice can reduce a player's exposure to serious head impact, a new study reports.... Read More...

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MRI Scans May Be Useful in Diagnosing Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy

Neuroscience NewsAugust 23, 2016

Researchers report MRI brain scans may be an early and easier way to diagnose CTE.... Read More...

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Imaging Brain Cells’ Reactions to Concussive Trauma

Neuroscience NewsAugust 2, 2016

According to a new study, researchers have been able to watch in real time what happens to neurons as they experience concussive trauma.... Read More...

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Abnormally Low Blood Flow Indicates Brain Damage in NFL Players

Neuroscience NewsApril 26, 2016

Researchers have identified abnormal areas of low blood flow in living NFL players. The findings could help provide better diagnosis and treatments for players with head trauma related to playing football.... Read More...

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High Resolution Brain Imaging Could Improve Detection of Concussion

Thinning Brain Tissue in College Football Players

Evidence Of Brain Injury Found In Young NFL Players

Head Impacts Lead to Brain Changes in High School Football Players

Imaging Study Examines Brains of Current and Former NFL Players

Connection Between Brain Inflammation and CTE Identified

Air Bag Bike Helmets Show Promise Against Concussion

Experimental Imaging Agent Reveals Concussion Related CTE in Living Brain

Some Youth Football Drills Are Riskier Than Others

MRI Scans May Be Useful in Diagnosing Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy

Imaging Brain Cells’ Reactions to Concussive Trauma

Abnormally Low Blood Flow Indicates Brain Damage in NFL Players