Fragile X syndrome (FXS), the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability and autism, is caused by silencing of the Fmr1 gene, leading to a lack of the FMRP protein, which regulates protein ...

Scientists have created a new therapeutic approach for testing fragile X syndrome, which is the most common genetic cause of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This method aims to alter a type of neural ...

UC Davis Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences David Hessl will help lead a major research project to develop ...

Metformin and cannabidiol (CBD) show promise for treating two genetic conditions with a high incidence of autism spectrum disorder. The corresponding research was presented at the Federation of ...

Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in the FMR1 gene and is inherited in an X-linked dominant manner." Source: NIH ...

The gene responsible for FXS is fragile X messenger ribonucleoprotein1 (FMR1), an X-linked dominant gene with full penetrance in all males and many females. It plays a crucial role in synapse ...

Study suggests new molecular strategy for treating fragile X syndrome Date: February 20, 2025 Source: Picower Institute at MIT Summary: A new study shows that enhancing activity of a specific ...

Researchers led by UC Davis Health scientist Sanchita Bhatnagar have developed a promising gene therapy that could treat Rett ...

The gene responsible for FXS is fragile X messenger ribonucleoprotein1 (FMR1), an X-linked dominant gene with full penetrance in all males and many females. It plays a crucial role in synapse ...

Doctors urge parents to watch for developmental delays, social withdrawal, and hyperactivity — potential red flags of this genetic disorder ...

The City of Green Bay is joining communities across the globe in celebrating World Fragile X Day. This day brings attention ...

Research on fragile X syndrome, the most common inherited cause of mental retardation, has focused mostly on how the genetic defect alters the functioning of neurons in the brain. A new study focusing ...