Scientists discover concussion biomarker

(Northwestern University) Scientists at Northwestern University have discovered a biological marker that may help diagnose and monitor concussions. Sports-related concussions have had devastating neurological, physical, social and emotional consequences for millions of athletes. Still, no single test has been developed to reliably and objectively diagnose concussions. The groundbreaking research, to be published Dec. 22 in the journal Nature Scientific Reports, has found a biological marker that...