Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by an atypical brain structure from the first months of gestation. These structural differences may be the consequence of heterochrony in the divisions of the periventricular germ cells. Whether due to a too rapid growth of developing cells (proliferation), a defect in neuronal migration, or a failure… Continuar lendo Neuronal connection in autism spectrum disorder.
Autism has received considerable attention in the past few years; some say its incidence is increasing. Upon closer examination, however, the picture blurs. A nascent initiative in Boston, the Boston Autism Consortium, may represent a pragmatic model for dealing with complex diseases, one that involves different institutions collaborating rather than competing and applying research directly… Continuar lendo Boston Autism Consortium Searches for Genetic Clues to Autism’s Puzzle.
Researchers have developed a new technique to help doctors more quickly and accurately detect autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children. In a study led by the University of Waterloo, researchers characterized how children with ASD scan a person’s face differently than a neuro-typical child. Based on the findings, the researchers were able to develop a technique… Continuar lendo New technique developed to detect autism in children.