Autism

As compared to the control brain (top), the autistic brain (bottom) shows weaker inter-hemispheric synchronization in several areas, particularly the superior temporal gyrus (light blue) and the inferior frontal gyrus (red)

Identifying Autism Early

19.09.2011

Brain & Behavior

A new biological marker for autism may enable early diagnosis

As compared to the control brain (top), the autistic brain (bottom) shows weaker inter-hemispheric synchronization in several areas, particularly the superior temporal gyrus (light blue) and the inferior frontal gyrus (red)

Weak Synchronization in Toddler Brains May Be a Biological Marker for Autism

24.07.2011

Brain & Behavior

The finding, by Weizmann Institute scientists, could lead to the development of tools for early diagnosis

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