1.   No similar evidence exists in the past for the use of so-called brain science for benign purposes.

2.   Brain science is widely believed to be on the brink of explosive growth, thanks to dramatic advances in imaging technology, computational power and molecular genetics.

3.   But good news for older readers of words in all forms comes in a new book from a couple of heavy hitters in brain science.

4.   Distributed by AOL Time Warner, the magazine combines breathy articles on brain science and the Big Bang with the glossy look of a fashion magazine.

5.   In the brain sciences, he said, insights from one case have often led to general principles.

6.   No doubt, says Fisk, adding that visualization has become a hot topic in other areas of brain science.