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New MRI Technology Expands Its Power
Signal thousand times stronger than current imaging, researchers say

Brain Scans Shed Light on Dyslexia
Mismatch occurs between seeing letter and the sound it represents, study suggests

Thrill-Seekers’ Brains May Be Wired Differently
Region that affects addictive behavior is linked to risk-taking, too, study finds

Experts Release Guidelines on Use of Breast MRI
The technology can supplement, but not replace, standard screening, they say

’Near-Wins’ Boost Desire to Keep Gambling
Brain sees these as special events, even though result is technically a loss

Imaging of Low Back Pain Fails to Change Outcomes
Study finds no real difference whether people were scanned or not

MRI Scans Reveal Post-Heart Attack Bleeding
Images could offer doctors a better assessment of patient's condition, chances of recovery

Brain ’Switchboard’ Separates Learning, Remembering
Recall process appears to suppress ability to absorb new information, imaging study finds

Brains of Bulimia Patients Wired Differently
Study found regions related to impulse control were less active

Bling Makes Your Brain Sing
'Rewarding' objects receive star status in neurological vision systems, study shows