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Can headband sensors reduce underreported concussions in kids?

  • Written by Gary Blanchard, Professor of Chemistry, Michigan State University

In one of the most exciting soccer games of the season, Kelly jumped to head the ball and score, imagining this would be the game-winning goal. Out of nowhere, the goalie jumped and met Kelly’s head with both fists. Kelly felt the jolt and landed harshly on the grass. Most of all, she was furious she had been robbed of the opportunity to...

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