Autism

Research articles covering work related to austism spectrum disorders are provided below.

Brain Responses to Language in Toddlers with ASD Linked to Altered Gene Expression

Neuroscience NewsNovember 26, 2018

Researchers report differential brain responses to speech in toddlers with ASD is associated with widespread gene expression activity in blood leukocyte cells.... Read More...

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Autism Mutations Make the Brain Less Flexible

Neuroscience NewsNovember 19, 2018

Study sheds light on how SETD5, a gene associated with ASD, alters behavior and may lead to less flexibility in the brain.... Read More...

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Neuroimaging Study Challenges Dominant Theoretical Model of ASD

Neuroscience NewsNovember 15, 2018

A new study reports short distance connectivity abnormalities may be involved in social cognitive deficits in those with ASD.... Read More...

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Psychological Sex Differences and Autistic Traits

Neuroscience NewsNovember 13, 2018

Researchers confirm two long standing theories to be correct, the Empathizing-Systemizing theory of sex differences and the Extreme Male Brain theory of autism.... Read More...

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Autism Behaviors Show Unique Brain Network Fingerprints in Infants

Neuroscience NewsNovember 13, 2018

A new study reveals unique functional brain networks associated with characteristic behaviors of ASD in infants at risk of developing autism.... Read More...

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Saliva Based RNA Panel Distinguishes Children with ASD From Non-Autistic Peers

Neuroscience NewsNovember 12, 2018

A new study reveals researchers were able to distinguish between children with or without ASD diagnosis, thanks to a new saliva based biomarker panel. Researchers report the test can be used in children as young as 18 month, assisting in early diagnosis of autism.... Read More...

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Autism Associated with Zinc Deficiency in Early Development

Neuroscience NewsNovember 9, 2018

A new study reveals a mechanistic link between zinc levels in fetal development, genes and abnormal neural connections associated with autism.... Read More...

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Unraveling a Genetic Network Linked to Autism

Neuroscience NewsNovember 7, 2018

Using CRISPR techniques, researchers have uncovered a genetic network linked to autism.... Read More...

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Air Pollution May Increase Autism Risk

Neuroscience NewsNovember 5, 2018

Researchers report children exposed to fine particulates from outdoor pollution have an increased risk of developing autism by up to 78%.... Read More...

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Master Key Gene Has Links to ASD and Schizophrenia

Neuroscience NewsNovember 5, 2018

Researchers implicate MIR-137 as a potential causal factor in schizophrenia and ASD.... Read More...

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Music Improves Social Communication in Children with ASD

Neuroscience NewsNovember 5, 2018

A new study reports children on the autism spectrum who participate in musical activities have significantly improved social communication skills than those who are not exposed to music therapy.... Read More...

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Common Medications Taken During Pregnancy Not Linked to ASD Risk

Neuroscience NewsOctober 31, 2018

A new study reports prenatal exposure to common antidepressants and antipsychotics does not increase the risk of a child developing autism.... Read More...

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News

Psychological Distress is a Risk Factor for Dementia

Wired for Obesity: Genes Involved in Development Can Affect Body Weight

Epigenetics Contributes to Male and Female Differences in Fear Memories

Neuroscience

Wired for Obesity: Genes Involved in Development Can Affect Body Weight

Epigenetics Contributes to Male and Female Differences in Fear Memories

Fever Alters Immune Cells So They Can Better Reach Infections

Neurology

Psychological Distress is a Risk Factor for Dementia

Differences Among Neurons that Coincide with Psychiatric Conditions

How Manganese Produces a Parkinsonian Syndrome

AI

Using AI and Data Streams to Predict Local Flu Activity

Harnessing Machine Learning to Uncover New Insights Into the Brain

Neural Fingerprints ID Those Likely to Abstain from Cocaine

Robotics

How Game Theory Can Bring Humans and Robots Closer Together

3D Printed Robot Hand Plays the Piano

Robots to Perform Spinal Surgery with Pinpoint Accuracy

Psychology

Psychological Distress is a Risk Factor for Dementia

Differences Among Neurons that Coincide with Psychiatric Conditions

Difficulties with Audiovisual Processing Contributes to Childhood Dyslexia

Brain Responses to Language in Toddlers with ASD Linked to Altered Gene Expression

Autism Mutations Make the Brain Less Flexible

Psychological Sex Differences and Autistic Traits

Autism Behaviors Show Unique Brain Network Fingerprints in Infants

Saliva Based RNA Panel Distinguishes Children with ASD From Non-Autistic Peers

Autism Associated with Zinc Deficiency in Early Development

Unraveling a Genetic Network Linked to Autism

Air Pollution May Increase Autism Risk

Master Key Gene Has Links to ASD and Schizophrenia

Common Medications Taken During Pregnancy Not Linked to ASD Risk