As many as one in three rare mutations seen in people with autism may have nothing to do with the condition.

An analysis of whole genomes from more than 5,000 people has unearthed 18 new candidate genes for autism.

Neuroscientists should not forget that brains have owners, a new genetic database makes its debut, and the intense interests of people with autism offer opportunities.

Understanding how mutations in genes linked to autism perturb the different versions of proteins the genes form could reveal new targets for treatments.

Most adults with genetic variants tied to certain conditions, such as heart disease or cancer, go undiagnosed.

A massive sequencing study spanning seven countries links 38 new genes to autism and developmental delay.

Sports bring benefits to children on the spectrum, researchers debate sharing DNA data with study participants, and a look at the brain’s many genomes earns a prestigious prize.

Mutations that lead to heart problems present at birth may also increase the risk of autism.

A type of mutation long thought to be harmless has turned out to play an unexpected role in autism.

Researchers have trained a computer algorithm to recognize the characteristics of autism genes.