New, high-resolution map of the brain will help researchers better diagnose and treat diseases.
An international team of scientists Thursday unveiled the most comprehensive map of the human brain ever completed.
It provides long-sought-after clues about what makes us human and sets a critical foundation for understanding and eventually treatingThis copy is for your personal, non-commercial use only. Distribution and use of this material are governed by our Subscriber Agreement and by copyright law. For non-personal use or to order multiple copies, please contact Dow Jones Reprints at 1-800-843-0008 or visit www.djreprints.com.
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