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Many people harbor large mutations linked to autism

DNA deletions and duplications tied to autism crop up in people without the condition, too.

By Ann Griswold
24 October 2016 | 3 min read

Drug duo may reverse effects of Rett mutations in cells

A pair of existing drugs normalizes the appearance and activity of neurons derived from the skin of individuals with Rett syndrome.

By Ann Griswold
21 October 2016 | 3 min read

‘Synonymous’ mosaic mutations may up autism risk

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

By Ann Griswold
20 October 2016 | 4 min read

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Astroengram pattern emerging from the center of an image of a classical neuronal pattern.

Are parts of the memory trace found in the ‘astroengram?’

Neurons have long taken top billing in memory, but researchers are making the case for astrocytes.

By David Brzostowicki
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Crise de financiamento na Argentina desencadeia nova onda de protestos

Dois anos após o colapso do financiamento à pesquisa no país, cientistas estão protestando contra a omissão do governo em restabelecer bolsas que haviam sido cortadas e aumentar os salários, conforme exigido por uma lei de 2025.

By Claudia López Lloreda, Natalia Mesa
6 August 2026 | 5 min read
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O que as sanguessugas revelam sobre o movimento

Lidia Szczupak recorreu a esses animais para investigar como o sistema nervoso coordena o movimento.

By Claudia López Lloreda
6 August 2026 | 6 min read