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This shows a brain scan of a patient with Chiari 1

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·December 29, 2020·6 min read

Common Brain Malformation Traced to Its Genetic Roots

Chiari 1 malformation, a common brain disorder, appears to be caused to two genetic mutations associated with brain development.

This is an image of the neuron clusters and malformations in a brains mouse caused by the Arl13b mutation.

Featured Genetics

·July 2, 2013·3 min read

Researchers Discover Gene’s Key Role in Building the Developing Brain’s Scaffolding

Researchers pinpoint the role of the Arl13b gene in the formation and proper placement of neurons during brain development.