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·October 11, 2018·4 min read

Thalamus Wakes the Brain During Development

Researchers have discovered the thalamus plays a crucial role in the development of normal sleep and waking states.

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·February 4, 2016·4 min read

Why Female Newborns Are Better Protected From Brain Injury

Researchers report a protein called estrogen receptor α is higher in females, providing them with stronger protection from hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy.

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Featured Neurology

·October 9, 2015·3 min read

Using Hypothermia to Protect Newborn Brains

Researchers confirm a neuroprotective effect of hypothermia treatments on the brains of newborns with HIE.

The image shows a baby doll laying in the cooling device developed at Johns Hopkins

Featured Neuroscience

·March 21, 2013·5 min read

Low Cost Cooling Cure Would Avert Brain Damage in Oxygen Starved Babies

Researchers have developed a cost effective cooling device which helps lower a newborn's temperature. The treatment could help prevent brain damage if administered shortly after oxygen deprivation, which can occur during birth.