Being a parent or caregiver of a child with Angelman syndrome can be very stressful. A Japanese concept called…
Brian Murphy, Ph.D.
Brian holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University and a Bachelors of Science in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. He has co-authored numerous scientific articles based on his previous research in the field of brain-computer interfaces and functional electrical stimulation. He is also passionate about making scientific advances easily accessible to the public.
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Articles by Brian Murphy, Ph.D.
Seizure Triggers in Angelman Syndrome
The vast majority of Angelman syndrome patients, around 90%, experience some form of seizures. Seizures can be unpredictable, but…
Seizure Action Plan for Angelman Syndrome
Seizures are common to Angelman syndrome, with some form of epilepsy found in more than 90% of these patients. To…
Angelman Syndrome and Surgery
Patients with Angelman syndrome may need at some point to undergo surgery and also require special considerations because of their…
Paramedical Services for Angelman Syndrome
Paramedical services are of paramount importance for patients with chronic and complex neurological disorders like Angelman syndrome. Here is…
Respiratory Problems in Angelman Syndrome
Angelman syndrome can affect your respiratory function, meaning it can impact your breathing. Here is more information about what…
Laughter and Happy Demeanor of Angelman Patients
Children with Angelman syndrome usually have a happy demeanor with frequent laughing and smiling. Here is information about the possible…
Dental Problems in Angelman Syndrome
People with Angelman syndrome can have dental problems in addition to the mental and physical disabilities that mark this disease.
Angelman Syndrome and Obesity
Patients with Angelman syndrome may have a tendency to become obese. A 2017 study reported that roughly a third…
Researchers are investigating gene therapy as a new form of treatment for rare genetic diseases. This approach has…