ASHG 2016

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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