Researchers reveal underlying genetic pathway behind neurological dysfunction of Rett syndrome
Researchers reveal underlying genetic pathway behind neurological dysfunction of Rett syndrome Medical researchers led by Kyushu University have revealed a possible underlying genetic pathway behind the neurological dysfunction of Rett syndrome. The team found that deficiencies in key genes involved in the pathology triggers neural stem cells to generate less neurons by producing more astrocytes--the brain's maintenance cells. The researchers hope that the molecular pathology they identified, as reported in the journal Cell Reports, can lead to potential therapeutic targets for Rett syndrome...