Community Shares | June 3rd 2024
A recent scientific article by UC Davis MIND Institute researchers has identified significant differences in brain development between boys and girls with autism aged 2-13. The study found that girls on the spectrum have a thicker cortex at age three compared to neurotypical girls, with more pronounced differences than those observed in boys. Additionally, girls […]
Dopamine Could Play a Pivotal Role in the Development of Autism
New Research Links Disrupted Dopaminergic Signaling to Neural Circuit Abnormalities in Autism, Highlighting Potential for Targeted Interventions A recent study published in The American Journal of Pathology highlights the crucial role of dopamine in neural development and its link to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Dopamine is a type of neurotransmitter and hormone that plays a […]
Combined Genetic and Environmental Factors Influence Autism-Related Behaviors
Rodent Research Shows that Combined Cntnap2 Deficiency and Maternal Immune Activation Increase Perseveration and Impulsivity A new research article has explored the combined effects of genetic and environmental factors on behaviors associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by using a rat model. The research team behind this study focused on rats lacking a functional copy […]
Community Shares | May 20th 2024
As the eastern half of the country prepares for a loud summer with the emergence of cicadas, Dr. Rachel Follmer, assistant professor of developmental behavioral pediatrics at Northwestern University, offers advice for parents of children with autism or those sensitive to sound. She suggests showing photos of cicadas, watching videos or listening to audio clips […]
Familial Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Shows Promise in Treating Autism Symptoms
Case Report Highlights Significant Gut Microbiome and Behavioral Improvements in Teen with ASD Using Sibling Donor In a fascinating new case report, researchers, including Steven J. Walker, PhD, documented significant improvements in both gut microbiome composition and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) symptoms after familial fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) was performed in an adolescent with ASD. […]
Naviaux Lab Identifies Metabolic Markers in Newborns in Hopes of Predicting Autism Spectrum Disorder
Newly Discovered Pathways Linked to Cell Danger Response Offer Potential for Early Detection and Improved Treatments A team of researchers from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, including Dr. Robert Naviaux, recently used metabolomics to identify markers in newborns that might predict autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The researchers discovered that children with […]
