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Submillimeter MRI reveals brain hubs that guide risky decisions
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Researchers used submillimeter‑resolution MRI to map brain regions that act as hubs guiding value‑based, risk‑taking decisions. The study, conducted by teams at Taiwan University and the University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign, examined how the brain integrates multistage neural information when faced with uncertain outcomes. Findings highlight specific neural circuits that coordinate adaptive actions to avoid potential harm during risky choices.
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