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·October 4, 2016·6 min read

Air Bag Bike Helmets Show Promise Against Concussion

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

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·September 27, 2016·6 min read

Experimental Imaging Agent Reveals Concussion Related CTE in Living Brain

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

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·August 23, 2016·5 min read

Some Youth Football Drills Are Riskier Than Others

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

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·August 23, 2016·5 min read

MRI Scans May Be Useful in Diagnosing Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy

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

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·August 2, 2016·7 min read

Imaging Brain Cells’ Reactions to Concussive Trauma

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

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·April 26, 2016·2 min read

Abnormally Low Blood Flow Indicates Brain Damage in NFL Players

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.

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·April 26, 2016·4 min read

New Data on the Aging Brain and TBI Released

Allen Institute of Brain Science has updated its online resources to include new data on aging, dementia and TBI.

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·April 25, 2016·6 min read

Measurable Brain Changes Following Head Impacts From a Season of High School Football

Researchers report repeated head injuries suffered by high school football players during a single season results in measurable brain changes, even when no concussion occurred.

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·April 12, 2016·4 min read

Concussion Can Alter Parent-Child Relationships

A new study reveals the adverse effects of mild traumatic brain injury on the quality of relationships children have with their parents.

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·April 11, 2016·2 min read

More Than 40 Percent of Retired NFL Players Had Brain Injuries

A recent study of retired NFL players discovered over 40 percent had signs of significant TBI.

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·March 29, 2016·4 min read

Neuroimaging Predicts Long-Term Effects of Combat Brain Injury in Veterans

DTI neuroimaging may be able to predict functional post combat outcomes for veterans who suffered concussions or brain injuries while on duty, a new study reports.