Researchers able to determine brain maturity through analyzing MRI scans
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 08:28
in Psychology & Sociology
Using MRI technology and mathematical analysis, researchers at Oregon Health & Science University and Washington University in St. Louis are now able to accurately predict a young person's age simply by studying their brain scans. The research, which will likely have several clinical applications, including assessment and diagnosis, is published in the current edition of the journal Science.