# Scientists solve century-old neuroscience mystery; answers may lead to epilepsy treatment

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> **[Scientists solve century-old neuroscience mystery; answers may lead to epilepsy...](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/11/181109073036.htm)**
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> Scientists have solved a 125-year-old mystery of the brain, and, in the process, uncovered a potential treatment for acquired epilepsy. Perineuronal nets modulate electrical impulses in the brain, and, should the nets dissolve, brain seizures can...

  
Scientists have solved a 125-year-old mystery of the brain, and, in the process, uncovered a potential treatment for acquired epilepsy. Perineuronal nets modulate electrical impulses in the brain, and, should the nets dissolve, brain seizures can occur.