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Autism may share inherited variants with other psychiatric conditions
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Some of the inherited variants implicated in autism also increase the odds of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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January 2020
November 2019
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Study links large set of common genes to brain structure
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A new analysis of nearly 40,000 people pinpoints 48 genetic variants that may determine the volume of certain brain areas.
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Autism-linked gene variants increase odds of attention deficit
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A collection of rare genetic variants associated with autism and schizophrenia also seem to increase a person’s odds of having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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July 2019
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New approach aids search for genetic roots of complex conditions
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A new method enables researchers to test algorithms for spotting genes that contribute to a trait or condition.
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March 2019
Multimedia / Podcasts
Spectrum Stories: The benefits of genetic testing in autism
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Finding a mutation linked to autism traits can have life-changing consequences for autistic individuals and their families.
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February 2019
Multimedia / Webinars
Webinar: Ivan Iossifov discusses genetic variants linked to autism traits
Watch the complete replay of Ivan Iossifov discussing the genetic basis of autism’s features.
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Bumper scan of genomes pinpoints inherited risk factors for autism
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An analysis of DNA from more than 20,000 people with autism identifies 12 regions in the genome that harbor inherited risk factors for the condition.
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January 2019
Features / Deep Dive
Why genetic tests matter for autistic people
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Genetic tests for people with autism are far from routine and don’t always yield results, but the information they offer can change lives.
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December 2018
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Large U.K. database reveals links between genes and brain function
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A newly expanded database of information from people in the United Kingdom provides a detailed picture of genetic diversity.
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Features / Special Reports / 2018: Year in Review
Notable papers in autism research in 2018
This year’s list of top papers highlights new dimensions in our understanding of autism genetics and hints at novel treatments.