Memory and language links in brain being studied

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	Memory and language links in brain being studied

pokkets

6-18-2007 11:52 PM

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attention, memory, language, brain, adhd, schizophrenia, hemisphere voice, magnetic resonance imaging, scanner

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They are searching for understanding of what enables our brain to pay attention, and filter relevant from irrelevant facts. It could give them more insight into problems such as ADHD, and schizophrenia. They plan to create mathematical models of sensory coordination, and relationships.

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