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This image shows the fMRI scans which demonstrate the over and underconnectivity in the brain of children with autism.

·April 8, 2015·4 min read

Sensorimotor Regions of the Brain Become Overconnected in Children with Autism

A new study reports the connections between the cerebellum and cerebral cortex appear to be overdeveloped in the sensorimotor regions of the brain in children with autism.

This shows the strength of brain areas mapped on to the cortical surface.

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·April 6, 2015·6 min read

Neural Activity in Quickest Learners Differs From the Slowest

A new study reports of a biological basis as to why some people are quicker to learn than others.

This shows normal, cte and alzheimer's brain scans.

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·April 6, 2015·6 min read

Abnormal Protein Patterns Seen in Brains of Retired NFL Players Who Suffered Repeat Concussions

A new neuroimaging test could help doctors identify CTE in those exposed to repetitive brain injuries, such as NFL players, a new study reports.

This shows the equipment being tested by one of Dr Naeser's staff.

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·April 2, 2015·5 min read

Researchers Test Light Therapy on Veterans With Gulf War Illness

Researchers are testing the effects of light therapy on patients with Gulf War Syndrome.

This image shows the outline of a head with an MRI brain image superimposed. Surrounding the head are some jig-saw pieces with scenes from the Sims in them.

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·April 1, 2015·1 min read

New Memories Created by Insight

Neuroimaging study visualizes how the brain recalls memories of old events when they are complemented by new information.

This image shows the relationship between the brain surface expansion and age in children, 3-20 years.

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·March 31, 2015·3 min read

Child’s Brain Development Correlatively Linked to Socioeconomic Status and Parental Education Level

Neuroimaging study finds correlation between a child's brain development and the socioeconomic status of their family.

This image shows an electroconvulsive therapy machine on display at Glenside Museum.

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·March 30, 2015·4 min read

Changes to Brain Areas Associated with Emotion and Memory Induced by ECT

According to a new study, electroconvulsive therapy causes changes to areas of the brain responsible for memory and emotion.

This shows s red and green button with the instructions to press either left or right written under them.

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·March 27, 2015·4 min read

How the Brain Switches Strategies to Find Better Solutions

Researchers explore how the brain is able to switch from an ongoing strategy to a new, more efficient one.

Images shows brain scans taken from the research.

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·March 26, 2015·2 min read

Discovering Age Specific Brain Changes in Autism

Large scale connectivity within the brain changes with age in children with autism, a new study reports.

This shows mri scan of a healthy brain and one with TBI.

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·March 25, 2015·3 min read

TBI Patients Show Signs of Faster Brain Aging

According to a new study, patients with TBI show brain structure changes most often seen in older people.

Image shows the effects of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) on the developing brain.

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·March 25, 2015·3 min read

Behavioral and Cognitive Impairment Linked to Prenatal Exposure to Everyday Air Pollutants

Researchers report prenatal exposure to PAH can contribute to offspring developing behavioral and cognitive problems due to disruptive effects on early brain development.