Multiple genes may conspire to lead to autism traits
The many genes implicated in Williams syndrome, a condition related to autism, may all work together to exert their effects on behavior.
Rare or common, inherited or spontaneous, mutations form the core of autism risk.
The many genes implicated in Williams syndrome, a condition related to autism, may all work together to exert their effects on behavior.
A shortage of CUL3, a leading autism gene, may impair social behavior in mice by ramping up protein production in neurons.
A new database cross-checks study participants to avoid double-counting variants linked to autism genes.
People with mutations in CHD8, a top autism gene, tend to be tall and have large heads.
Extra copies of a gene called BOLA2 predispose people to autism and may protect against iron deficiency.
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.
People who have mutations in a gene called PHF21A tend to have a constellation of traits and conditions, including autism.
People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder may carry certain rare, harmful mutations in many of the same genes as people with autism.
A new technique uses ultrasound instead of light to detect gene expression in cells.