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Neuroscience

Researchers chart a new way to look at concussion

A Portland State University research team studying concussion has published an interactive diagram showing the many facets of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) - from sleep problems to mood disorders to the increased danger ...

Neuroscience

Study calls for new approach to studying concussion

Understanding the puzzling and complex nature of concussion and how to treat it will take a whole new way of approaching the problem, according to new research led by Portland State University.

Health

Study links cancerous toxins to cannabis extract

Researchers at Portland State University found benzene and other potentially cancer-causing chemicals in the vapor produced by butane hash oil, a cannabis extract.

Health

Researcher advises tracking transgender homicides

More research should be pursued about violence against transgender individuals, especially among young and Black or Latina transfeminine women, according to a recent study completed by Dr. Alexis Dinno, Sc.D., M.P.H., M.E.M., ...

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