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The illustration shows a lightening bolt hitting the brain.

·June 11, 2013·3 min read

New Therapy Target for Kids’ Fever-Induced Seizures

Researchers have identified a new key factor in the generation of febrile seizures. The findings could lead to new therapeutic treatments for fever induced seizures.

The image shows Dr Tandon operating on a patient to place electrodes on the brain.

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·January 29, 2013·3 min read

In-Brain Monitoring Shows Memory Network

Working with patients with electrodes implanted in their brains, researchers show that areas of the brain work simultaneously to recall memories. The approach promises new insights into how we remember details of time and place.

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·January 16, 2013·2 min read

Promising New Finding for Therapies to Treat Persistent Seizures in Epileptic Patients

In a promising finding for epileptic patients suffering from persistent seizures known as status epilepticus, researchers reported today that new medication could help halt these devastating seizures.