Researchers Reverse Symptoms in Rett Syndrome Model
Activating neurons in the medial prefrontal cortex can reverse breathing and memory abnormalities in mouse models of Rett syndrome, researchers report.... Read More...
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X Chromosome Reactivation Could Treat Rett Syndrome and Other X-Linked Disorders
Mass General researchers have developed a strategy for treating disorders related to the X chromosome.... Read More...
Fainting Disorder Mechanism Identified
Researchers have discovered the mechanism behind the fainting disorder, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome.... Read More...
Gene Regulation in Brain May Explain Repetitive Behaviors in Rett Syndrome Patients
A new study reports a protein associated with Rett syndrome is also among a group of three proteins that affect the function of a gene previously linked to OCD.... Read More...
Exploring the Epigenetic Influences of Chronic Pain
According to new research, one protein can regulate the expression of a large number of genes that modulate pain.... Read More...
Autism is Not Just a Disease of the Brain: Mouse Study
A new study reports some aspects of autism spectrum disorders are linked to defects in how peripheral nerves communicate sensory information to the brain.... Read More...
Researchers Identify a Possible New Drug Target for Rett Syndrome
Researchers have identified an important signaling pathway that, when corrected, appears to improve symptoms of Rett syndrome in mice.... Read More...
New Drug Target May Lead to Novel Treatment for Severe Autism
Findings could lead to new treatments for Rett Syndrome and other forms of autism, researchers report.... Read More...
Stem Cell Derived ‘Mini Brains’ Reveal Potential Drug Treatment for Rare Disease
Researchers have identified a drug candidate which appears to suppress a critical genetic alteration in dysfunctional cells.... Read More...
Experimental Drug Extends Lifespan and Could Reverse Rett Syndrome: Mouse Study
According to researchers, an experimental drug extends lifespan in male mice and ameliorates a number of behavioral symptoms of Rett syndrome in female mice, signifying the disorder may be reversible.... Read More...
Researchers Claim to Have Uncovered a Cause of Autism and Intellectual Disabilities
A new study claims researchers have identified a new cause for some cases of autism and other intellectual disabilities.... Read More...
Multiple Models Reveal New Genetic Links in Autism
Researchers have implicated a new gene associated with Rett syndrome in idiopathic autism.... Read More...