Researchers at Princeton University are developing a new approach to identify autism-related genes. They said analyzing a brain map increased the number of genes they could identify with a possible link to the disorder from 65 to 2,500 and that may pave the way for faster and cheaper autism gene research.
Doctors at Johns Hopkins University report a generic biologic drug that treats rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and psoriasis appears as safe and effective as brand name drugs. Biologics are made from living cells and could save the health care system billions of dollars.
New data on the effects of concussions on children. Researchers said one-third of the children they tracked experienced a spike in concussion symptoms days after the initial injury, especially after returning to school. Doctors emphasized the importance of resuming activities gradually.
Sources
1- Nature Neuroscience
2- Annals of Internal Medicine
3- JAMA Pediatrics
