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·June 1, 2016·3 min read

Novel Mouse Model Sheds New Light on Autism Spectrum Disorder

A new mouse model shows that when more of a specific molecule moves to different parts of a neuron, it can lead to behaviors that resemble aspects of human ASD.

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·May 10, 2016·5 min read

Mouse Model of Autism Offers Insights For Human Patients

Researchers have developed a new mouse model of a genetically linked type of autism. The new model helps reveal more about the role of genes and brain changes associated with the disorder.

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·May 9, 2016·5 min read

Hunger Hormones Affect Decision Making in Rats

According to researchers, the hunger hormone ghrelin has a negative effect on decision making and impulsivity.

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·May 4, 2016·3 min read

New Blood Biomarker For Autism Identified

The findings may aid in earlier diagnosis of ASD in children.

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·May 3, 2016·3 min read

Cancer and Autism Share a Remarkable Number of Risk Genes in Common

Researchers have identified more than 40 common genes in cancer and autism disorders.

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·April 24, 2016·5 min read

A New Way to Measure Autism in Boys

According to researchers, neuroimaging techniques could enhance diagnosis and improve treatments for boys with ASD.

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·April 14, 2016·5 min read

Lower Cancer Rates in People With Autism Despite Increased Mutations in Cancer Driving Genes

A new study reports that although people with autism have increased genetic mutations that drive cancer, they have lower rates of the disease.

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·April 14, 2016·5 min read

Brain Scan Method Could Detect Autism

A new study reports a newly developed brain imaging method appears to be accurate at detecting autism features.

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·April 12, 2016·3 min read

Understanding Genes Linked to Autism Relevant Behavior in High Risk Siblings

Researchers report on a link between the dopamine system and initiating joint attention in children at high risk for autism.

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·April 7, 2016·5 min read

Detailed Analysis of Autism Associated Genes Finds Involvement in Key Pathways and Processes

Researchers have identified key underlying biological processes that involve some of the hundreds of genes known to contribute to the risk of autism spectrum disorders.