The research is interdisciplinary, ranging from molecular biology and genetics to neurophysiology and different kinds of brain imaging to studies in function, behaviour, clinical symptoms, treatment as well as social ability. One of the main research areas is studies in motor and cognitive functions with the assistance of modern brain imaging techniques as magnet and PET cameras. The research groups have also room for a well equipped motor laboratory for the studies of diff
Photo: n/aThe research group is connected to the neuro-paediatric and orthopaedic clinics in Astrid Lindgren Children's Hospital. The group is multi-professional and put together by physiotherapists, orthopaedists, orthotists and biomechanists.
Photo: N/AThe brain undergoes an enormous development during the fetal period and during the early childhood years. This is also a period in which injuries and diseases of the nervous system can have grave consequences for the child's future health. This is also true for children exposed to harmful substances.
Photo: N/ANeuromuscular diseases
