The same genes that influence health shape cognitive skills
Genes associated with Alzheimer’s, schizophrenia and autism also appear to have an impact on some cognitive functions....
read moreAlcohol in first month of pregnancy may lead to permanent brain changes in baby...
University of Helsinki researchers have found that drinking alcohol as early as 3 to 4 weeks into pregnancy (before many women even know they’re pregnant) may alter the gene function of their offspring....
read moreHidden gene may help strengthen brain function
Researchers have found that a gene called Gomafu might act as a surveillance system of sorts, allowing the brain to change rapidly if necessary....
read moreRecovering from TBI heavily influenced by BDNF gene
Just one change in the sequence of the BDNF gene can cause some TBI victims to be more impaired than others with the same wounds....
read moreUSP9X gene plays critical role in brain development
Researchers have confirmed that the USP9X gene—which has been linked to low IQ—is critical to the early stages of brain development....
read moreGene in some with autism causes too much growth in brain
Researchers at The Scripps Research institute in Florida have demonstrated that mutations in the PTEN gene result in too much growth throughout the brain, including autistic symptoms....
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