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Electronic neurons made from silicon mimic brain cells and could be used to treat conditions such as autism.

A new resource details the genetic diversity of people in Asia and may shed light on genetic conditions such as autism.

A new resource that details the ages at which children attain milestones such as speaking and walking could help clinicians spot autism sooner.

A magnetic scanner fitted within an ordinary bicycle helmet may make it easier to visualize autistic children’s brains.

A new database cross-checks study participants to avoid double-counting variants linked to autism genes.

A new reference genome includes sequences collected from people around the globe, plugging major gaps in the current one.

A new analysis of nearly 40,000 people pinpoints 48 genetic variants that may determine the volume of certain brain areas.

A new technique uses ultrasound instead of light to detect gene expression in cells.

A new technique allows researchers to transplant human microglia into mouse brains and better study the association between these cells and autism.

A new method scans gene expression in live cells and could help scientists study autism genes.