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Scientists have speculated the latest research into stem cells could have a bearing on future treatments for brain injuries.

Staff at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies have been undertaking tests to discover complex processes in the cerebral cortex, including how the development of matter in this area is determined.

They found there is a "critical period of time" that decides how the tissue progresses and that the location of certain cells is fixed.

Explaining the data, leader of the study Dennis O'Leary said: "These findings provide a foundation for understanding the important process of developing the distinct regions of the cerebral cortex and determining their unique properties."

The expert is also a professor in the Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory and added the research "dovetails nicely" with previous studies.

Another centre that has been looking into treatments for brain injuries is the Truman Veterans Hospital.

One of its staff neuropsychologists recently told the Missourian the types of head traumas that can affect soldiers are based on a number of variables – including their stationing and the equipment they use.

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