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University of Chicago Neuroscientist Reacts to 'Concussion'

A U. of C. professor of neurobiology gives us her take on the science behind the movie.

12/28/2015 | Rating NR

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University of Chicago Neuroscientist Reacts to 'Concussion'

Clip: 12/28/2015 | 10m 28sVideo has Closed Captions

A U. of C. professor of neurobiology gives us her take on the science behind the movie.

While the new Will Smith movie has received mixed reviews from critics, Peggy Mason, a professor of neurobiology at the University of Chicago, is more concerned with the science behind the story than whether it's an Oscar contender. She joins us to discuss her thoughts on the film and to shed light on the dangers associated with concussions.

12/28/2015 | Rating NR

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