Sociable Receptors: In Pairs, Groups or in a Crowd
Researchers discover Eph receptors must form in groups of three or four in order to become active.... Read More...
developmental disorders
Researchers Uncover Genetic Clues Which may Lead to Better Understanding of Organ Development and Birth Defects
Researchers have discovered clues to the development of the head at the cellular level, which could point scientists to a better understanding of how organs and birth defects form in humans.... Read More...
Children with Autism at Significant Risk for Feeding Problems and Nutritional Deficits
A comprehensive analysis of feeding behavior in children with autism spectrum disorders indicates that these children are five times more likely to have a feeding problem, including extreme tantrums during meals, severe food selectivity and ritualistic mealtime behaviors.... Read More...
Scientists Identify Gene Linked to Facial, Skull and Cognitive Impairment
A gene whose mutation results in malformed faces and skulls as well as mental retardation has been found by scientists.... Read More...
Brain Scans Detect Early Signs of Autism
A new study shows significant differences in brain development in high-risk infants who develop autism starting as early as age 6 months. The findings published... Read More...