Timothy Roberts is Oberkircher Family Chair in Pediatric Radiology and vice-chair of radiology research at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He is also professor of radiology at the University of Pennsylvania.
Timothy Roberts
Professor of radiology
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
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In quest for autism biomarkers, this technique has magnetic appeal
To find biological markers of autism, scientists would be wise to measure the brain's electrical activity along with the resulting magnetic fields.
In quest for autism biomarkers, this technique has magnetic appeal
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Timothy Roberts
26 March 2019 | 6 min read
When tracking brain activity, timing can be key
A brain imaging technique called magnetoencephalography characterizes not just what is happening in the brain, but also where and when, making it ideally suited for studying autism.
When tracking brain activity, timing can be key
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Timothy Roberts
15 March 2016 | 5 min read
Imaging biomarkers could signal autism spectrum disorder
There does not appear to be a single genetic or environmental cause of autism, and given the heterogeneity of symptoms, coming up with a clear yes or no test for autism is challenging. Timothy Roberts argues that imaging and electrophysiology are key in the search for autism biomarkers.
Imaging biomarkers could signal autism spectrum disorder
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Timothy Roberts
12 April 2011 | 4 min read
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