Read article: Mapping the brain’s neural connections can predict recovery after stroke
A prediction tool based on connectomes and machine learning forecasts motor recovery following stroke, with potential to significantly improve treatment
Read article: Elemental forms of metals discovered in brains of Alzheimer’s patients
X-ray spectromicroscopy reveals elemental copper and iron in amyloid plaques, suggesting previously undiscovered brain chemistry
Read article: Mapping microbubble distribution in the brain
Understanding cerebral microbubble distribution could open up new avenues for ultrasound-based imaging and therapies
Read article: Physics tracks changes in English dialects, machine learning confused by COVID-19
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Read article: Optical imaging could reduce recall surgery for breast cancer patients
Adding optical scatter imaging to the micro-CT used to assess excision margins could ensure complete tumour resection during breast-conserving surgery
Read article: Machine-learning models that detect COVID-19 on chest X-rays are not suitable for clinical use
Researchers find that machine-learning models for classifying chest X-rays as COVID-19-positive or COVID-19-negative rely on shortcut learning and could lead to misdiagnosis
Read article: Optical–ultrasound technology boosts thyroid cancer screening
A multimodal platform that combines diffuse optics and ultrasound imaging accurately detects cancerous thyroid nodules
Read article: Diamond microparticles enable simultaneous MRI and optical imaging
Diamond microparticles that provide combined optical and MR imaging could pave the way for faster and deeper medical imaging
Read article: Use the force: biomechanical model helps predict future heart attacks
Simulating stress distributions in diseased arteries could help cardiologists identify patients at risk of a heart attack
Read article: Neuroimaging identifies early-stage dysfunction of the blood–brain barrier
A novel MRI method can detect early blood–brain barrier dysfunction, which has been linked with neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease
