Data on Absence Seizures Detailed by a Researcher at University Grenoble Alpes (EEG-fMRI in awake rat and whole-brain simulations show decreased brain responsiveness to sensory stimulations during absence seizures).

A recent study conducted at the University Grenoble Alpes explored the brain's responsiveness to external stimuli during absence seizures, a type of epilepsy characterized by altered consciousness. Using a rat model for absence epilepsy, researchers conducted functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and whole-brain simulations. The results showed that sensory processing is hindered or suppressed during absence seizures, potentially contributing to decreased responsiveness. This research provides valuable insights into the mechanisms underlying absence seizures and may contribute to the development of new treatments. [Extracted from the article]