Monday, May 27, 2019

New causes of autism found in 'junk' DNA

Leveraging artificial intelligence techniques, researchers have demonstrated that mutations in so-called 'junk' DNA can cause autism. The study is the first to functionally link such mutations to the neurodevelopmental condition and the first clear demonstration of non-inherited, noncoding mutations causing any complex human disease or disorder.

from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/30J73BH

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