COSTA MESA, Calif., July 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A groundbreaking new study published in NeuroImage: Reports demonstrates that whole-brain Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) imaging, combined with advanced machine learning techniques, can successfully differentiate individuals with schizophrenia from healthy controls with a high degree of accuracy. The research represents an important step toward developing objective brain-based tools to support psychiatric diagnosis and treatment.

The study, led by researchers from the Tri-Institutional Center for Translational Research in Neuroimaging and Data Science (TReNDS), Amen Clinics, and collaborating institutions, analyzed brain SPECT scans from 213 individuals, including 137 patients diagnosed with schizophrenia and 76 healthy controls. Researchers used a sophisticated brain-network analysis approach known as spatially constrained Independent Component Analysis (sc-ICA), guided by the NeuroMark functional brain network template, to identify patterns of altered brain function associated with schizophrenia.

The resulting brain network features were then evaluated using multiple machine learning algorithms. Surprisingly, traditional Support Vector Machine (SVM) models, which have shown promise in functional MRI studies, were outperformed by logistic regression and random forest classifiers. Logistic regression achieved 87% sensitivity and 68% specificity, while random forest reached 88% sensitivity and 61% specificity in distinguishing schizophrenia patients from healthy subjects.

Researchers found that abnormalities within visual processing and cognitive control networks emerged as some of the most predictive features of schizophrenia. Key brain regions included the middle occipital gyrus, subthalamus, and putamen, reinforcing growing evidence that schizophrenia involves widespread disruptions across interconnected brain systems rather than isolated abnormalities.

“This work demonstrates that brain SPECT imaging contains meaningful network-level information that can be leveraged by machine learning to improve our understanding of schizophrenia,” said co-author Dr. Daniel Amen, founder and CEO of Amen Clinics. “These findings further support the concept that psychiatric disorders are brain disorders that can be studied objectively through functional neuroimaging.”

The authors believe these findings could eventually contribute to more personalized approaches for assessing risk, monitoring treatment response, and identifying brain circuits associated with symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and cognitive impairment. Future studies with larger and more balanced populations are planned to further validate the results and explore multimodal imaging approaches.

About Amen Clinics
Amen Clinics is a nationwide network of brain health centers founded by Daniel G. Amen, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist, physician, researcher, and bestselling author. For more than 35 years, Amen Clinics has pioneered a brain-health approach to mental wellness, helping patients better understand the connection between brain function and emotional, behavioral, cognitive, and mental health challenges. With 11 clinics across the United States the world’s largest database of brain SPECT scans related to behavior, Amen Clinics is dedicated to changing the conversation from mental illness to brain health

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Women-owned integrated PR and marketing agency recognized for responsible AI adoption, innovation, and client impact in public relations and marketing.

COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 6, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Approach Marketing, an award-winning women-owned integrated public relations and marketing agency, has been named the Silver Winner in the “Most AI-Ready Agency” category at the 2026 Bulldog PR Awards. The national recognition honors public relations and communications agencies that demonstrate leadership in responsible artificial intelligence adoption, proprietary AI innovation, and measurable client impact.

The Bulldog PR Awards are among the most respected honors in the public relations and communications industry. For Approach, this recognition reflects intentional investment in building AI-powered marketing capabilities that help the agency’s clients strengthen credibility, expand visibility, and drive business growth.

AI Built for Communications Strategy, Not Just Efficiency

As AI continues to reshape how organizations are discovered, evaluated, and chosen, Approach has focused on helping clients navigate this shift strategically, not simply by adopting new technology, but by applying it with purpose.

The agency has developed proprietary AI-powered capabilities, including its AI Visibility Audit and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) services, that help brands understand and improve how they appear in AI-generated answers across platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude. These capabilities are integrated into broader communications strategies built around strategic public relations, digital marketing, content development, and executive visibility.

Approach’s approach to AI is anchored in responsible governance. Every AI application is guided by human oversight, ensuring that technology enhances, rather than replaces, the strategic thinking that drives real results.

“We believe AI should make communications more strategic, not simply faster.”

“We believe AI should make communications more strategic, not simply faster,” said Megan Shroy, CEO and Founder of Approach Marketing. “From the beginning, we’ve focused on building responsible AI capabilities that help our clients strengthen visibility, credibility, and business performance. This recognition reinforces that commitment, and the work our team does every day to stay ahead of a rapidly changing landscape.”

What This Recognition Means

For Approach’s clients and partners, this award signals something meaningful: AI, when adopted responsibly and strategically, is a driver of smarter work and stronger business outcomes.

As AI-powered search and answer engines continue to influence how organizations are discovered online, Approach remains focused on helping clients build both traditional visibility and emerging AI visibility through integrated communications strategies built on credibility.

“We’re proud of this recognition,” Shroy added. “But even more, we’re excited about what it makes possible for the clients we serve. This award matters to me because boutique agencies aren’t supposed to lead on this stuff. We’re supposed to wait and watch and follow. That’s never been the Approach way. “

Learn more about the other 2026 Bulldog PR Awards winners here: https://bulldogawards.com/winners-circle/2026-bulldog-pr-awards/.

For more information about Approach Marketing, visit https://www.approachmarketing.com/.

About Approach Marketing

Approach Marketing is an award-winning, women-owned integrated public relations and marketing agency headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. The agency partners with organizations across B2B and B2C industries — including food and beverage, healthcare, professional services, retail, and consumer brands — to build credibility, increase visibility, and drive business growth through strategic communications, public relations, digital marketing, and AI-powered marketing solutions. Approach is a top-five fastest-growing U.S. agency and a PRWeek Outstanding Boutique Agency shortlist honoree.

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LONDON, July 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Trescal, the global leader of calibration services, expands its laboratory network and service portfolio across the United Kingdom and Ireland to address the operational needs of the aviation and defence industries. 

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Trescal’s growth trajectory incorporated 14 specialised laboratories, including onsite laboratories to its network over five years. It’s enhanced regional agility enables Trescal to serve aerospace and defence Tier1s and OEMs with accelerated turnaround times and broader technical coverage in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, AS9100, EN9100, FAA, EASA, AMS2750, and NADCAP requirements. 

The expansion includes the acquisition of Facility Monitoring Systems Ltd (FMS). This acquisition integrates FMS’s specialized capabilities with Trescal’s core metrology expertise to deliver comprehensive solutions for critical environments, including contamination control, cleanroom validation support, and asset management. These capabilities further support clients in highly regulated aerospace and defence environments where environmental control and compliance are essential to operational performance. 

In Ireland, Trescal has strengthened its metrology footprint and technical capabilities through the acquisition of 4 specialist laboratories including Multiplex Engineering and Butler Technologies. These enhanced capabilities include RF and microwave calibration for avionics, radar and communications systems. Combined with on-site calibration expertise and support from Trescal UK capabilities, the company enhances its support services for precision manufacturing and regulated industries such as aviation and defence. 

Karolina Lachi-kolarova, General Manager Trescal UK said: “Our continued investment in the United Kingdom and Ireland reflects our commitment to be a strategic partner to the aerospace and defence industries. By acquiring FMS’s specialized expertise with our market-leading capabilities, we provide our clients with a single-source solution that supports operational readiness in the most regulated environments.” 

Trescal confirmed its attendance at the upcoming Farnborough International Airshow. Trescal’s technical experts will be on-site to meet with industry leaders and discuss how its suite of services can serve the most complex manufacturing environments. 

About Trescal 

Trescal is the global leader in calibration services, offering a single-source solution for calibration, measurement, repair, qualification, validation, and asset management across diverse industries. With over 7,000 employees worldwide, Trescal delivers accredited and non-accredited services for all measured variables and instruments in every technical domain. The company performs 3.3 million operations annually, including 27,000 repairs in 150,000 types. 

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