One Gene Spurred Growth of Key Brain Area
Researchers have identified how the ASPM gene controls the growth of the cerebral cortex. They report mutations in this gene can reduce brain volume by half in human microcephaly cases.... Read More...
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Mini Brains From the Petri Dish
Researchers converted skin cells from patients with a rare congenital brain defect into pluripotent stem cells to generate brain organoids.... Read More...
Revealing the Brain’s Secrets to Success
New findings link brain connectivity to measures of personal success.... Read More...