Researchers have discovered a network of more than 200 genes that influence gene splicing — the piecing together of parts of a genetic message — in autism. Molecular Cell
An online database of women scientists that includes more than 7,500 entries has helped conference organizers and journalists increase the visibility of women in science and the media. PLOS Biology
Noise-canceling headphones and visual aids can help autistic people navigate health care settings. CNN
A large study of transgender people brings new insights into the long-term effects of transitioning. Nature
Prominent autism scientists have penned 29 brief commentaries on gaps in autism research ranging from basic biology to services. Autism Research
A video of a gene getting turned on enables scientists to visualize the dynamics of this fundamental cellular event. Knowable Magazine
Municipalities should find more collaborative ways to tackle public health crises such as measles outbreaks, says law professor Wendy Parmet. STAT
A new effort called LawSeq is developing recommendations for health care providers about legal risks and privacy concerns of widespread genetic testing. Science
Ethicist Arthur Caplan recommends actions to prevent risky and unethical science such as gene editing in human embryos. PLOS Biology
Medical and diversity experts offer their opinions on how to make progress on gender inequality in medical research. Nature Medicine
Statistician Kathryn Roeder and neurobiologist Bernardo Sabatini have been elected as members of the National Academy of Sciences. National Academy of Sciences
Autism and the arts
The Autism Center of Nebraska opened an art project space connected to a retail store to enable autistic adults to broaden their skills. KETV Omaha
Publishing
A group of Norwegian universities has made a deal with journal publisher Elsevier to allow university researchers to publish their work with open access. Nature
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