Why Lefties Are More Common in Autism and Dyslexia
Summary: A new meta-analysis highlights a strong connection between early-onset neurodevelopmental disorders with linguistic symptoms and left- or…
Two Key Signals Shape Brain Structure Early, Varying by Person
Summary: A new study has revealed how two morphogens, WNT and Sonic Hedgehog, act as molecular “traffic cops,”…
Tracing the Origins of Hearing
Summary: Researchers have developed a genetic “barcoding” method to trace how stem cells in embryos become neurons and…
Umbilical Cord DNA May Predict Future Metabolic Health Risks
Summary: DNA changes in umbilical cord blood may help predict which children are at higher risk for future…
Sensory Stimulation Boosts Memory and Brain Growth in Down Syndrome
Summary: New research shows that 40Hz sensory stimulation (GENUS) improves memory, enhances brain circuit connectivity, and increases new…
Prenatal Stress Leaves Lasting Molecular Imprints on Babies
Summary: A new study reveals that stress during pregnancy can molecularly reprogram newborns’ stress response systems, with significant…
Early Maternal Affection Shapes Key Personality Traits for Life
Summary: Affectionate mothering in early childhood may play a lasting role in shaping personality traits that influence educational,…
Gut Imbalances in Autism Linked to Brain and Behavior Changes
Summary: New research reveals that gut imbalances in children with autism may influence brain activity and behavior by…
How Neurons Switch Gears to Navigate the Developing Brain
Summary: New research reveals that neurons can switch their migration strategy depending on whether they move on flat…
Puberty Brain Shift May Explain Autism in Genetic Disorder
Summary: Researchers have identified changes in brain connectivity before and after puberty that may explain why some children…