Large Set of Brain Scans Reveal Unexpected Abnormailities

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The discussion centers on a Science magazine article that highlights several studies utilizing a large, internationally collected set of brain scans (MRIs). These studies reveal statistically significant correlations between various neurological conditions and brain structure abnormalities. Notably, epilepsy has been linked to a smaller right thalamus, indicating a potential area for further research and understanding of the disease.

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Here is a Science mag news story about several studies using a large, internationally gathered, set of brain scans (MRIs).
The large numbers of data sets allows for statistically meaningful numbers of cases with similar problems, diseases, or genetics to be compared.

Some unexpected findings like:
Epilepsy is associated with a smaller right thalamus. ??#%?
 
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