My works helps understand how the brain behaves when it deforms. Say you hit your head on a hard surface: how much will the brain matter inside the skull deform from the shock, or from the swelling? If I can predict that using a computer, I can give surgeons precious information, as they will know if there’s a chance of damage (when the brain is stretched or compressed too much) and whether they should operate or let it heal by itself.
No I’m afraid not. As a medical scientist I’m on treatment end of things rather than the cure…both equally important. Looking for cures is the remit of my research colleagues.
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