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·May 22, 2022·5 min read

Precursor of Spine and Brain Forms Passively

Surrounding tissue is likely to play a significant supportive role in the development of the neural tube by exerting pressure from the outside.

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·October 6, 2021·4 min read

Cannabis Causes Birth Defects in Susceptible Mice

In-vitro exposure to THC can cause birth defects in genetically predisposed mice. THC interferes with Hedgehog signaling in the developing mice, leading to an increased risk of birth defects.

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·May 26, 2020·4 min read

New method provides unique insight into the development of the human brain

Researchers have developed a new model of early embryonic brain development. The model, called MiSTR, allows researchers to create tissue that contains different brain regions and place them next to each other. The model produces results similar to embryonic brain development at five weeks post-fertilization.

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·April 29, 2017·6 min read

A New Study Revises the Development and Evolutionary Origin of the Vertebrate Brain

Researchers believe findings may shed light on how the vertebrate brain may have evolved.

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·July 19, 2013·3 min read

Gene Mutation in Dogs Offers Clues for Neural Tube Defects in Humans

Researchers identify a gene related to neural tube defects in dogs. They also found evidence the gene may be an important risk factor for human neural tube defects, including spina bifida and anencephaly.