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  • July 2008

    • Study Yields More Clues About Autism

      Associated Press  |  Jul 10, 08 6:20 PM CDT

      Study Yields More Clues About Autism

      (Newser) - Scientists have found six new genes linked to autism, inching closer to a fuller understanding of the disorder and how to treat it, the AP reports. The genes in question are necessary for learning but are essentially stuck in the "off" position. The finding lends credence to the philosophy behind intensive education programs that seek to give the circuits an "extra push," said one expert.  More »

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      Middle East  • DNA  • scientific study  • autism  • neurons  • genetic defects  • synapse

  • June 2008

    • Stem Cells Are Beating Boy's Deadly Disease

      Los Angeles Times  |  Jun 7, 08 2:43 PM CDT

      Stem Cells Are Beating Boy's Deadly Disease

      (Newser) - A stem cell treatment has apparently cured a 2-year-old boy's rare genetic disease, the Los Angeles Times reports. Nate Liao suffered a disorder that made his skin so fragile, it had to be wrapped in bandages at all times. Now the fatal disease is retreating, and Nate is eating, dressing, and playing with other kids for the first time. More »

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      genetics  • stem cells  • stem cell research  • rare diseases  • genetic defects

  • January 2008

    • US Settlers Spread Rare Cancer Gene

      Los Angeles Times  |  Jan 7, 08 6:18 PM CST

      US Settlers Spread Rare Cancer Gene

      (Newser) - Two American settlers braved cross-Atlantic travel in the 1630s with unusual baggage: a genetic mutation that increases the risk of colon cancer 17-fold, the Los Angeles Times reports. Researcher Deborah Neklason traced two cancer-ridden families, one in Utah and one in New York, back to colonists George Frye and his wife—one of whom carried the deadly mutation in a gene called APC. More »

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      colon cancer  • genetic mutation  • genetic defects

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