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Month: August 2019

The Synergy of Light

A story in the NY Times reported a Journal of Applied Physiology research article that found weight training in rats changed the brain. The authors stated how modified strength training appeared to promote the creation of new neurons in the memory centers. This is not the first time exercise and/or other lifestyle habits have been … Continue reading The Synergy of Light →

Larry Carr Ph.D. Football, Research 2 Comments August 9, 2019

In The News

  • A crusade to save football and the people who play it
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  • BYU Hall of Famer Larry Carr neared a tipping point in life. Then he discovered a treatment that could help save those with potential CTE.
  • A former BYU linebacker suffering from CTE thought a mission in Boston would help his mood. Here’s how it did more than that
  • About Utah: Former BYU linebacker Larry Carr going on the offense
  • Norwood Resident, Former BYU Football Player, at Head of Concussion Lawsuit Against NCAA
  • Commentary: I loved playing football for BYU. But was it worth the damage to my brain, life and family?

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