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Long-lived epigenetic interactions between perinatal PBDE exposure and Mecp2308 mutation.
Human molecular genetics - 1 Jun 2012
Woods Rima, Vallero Roxanne O, Golub Mari S, Suarez Joanne K, Ta Tram Anh, Yasui Dag H, Chi Lai-Har, Kostyniak Paul J, Pessah Isaac N, Berman Robert F, LaSalle Janine M
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The widespread use of persistent organic polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) as commercial flame retardants has raised concern about potential long-lived effects on human health. Epigenetic mechanisms, such as DNA methylation, are responsive to environmental influences and have long-lasting consequences. Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) have complex neurodevelopmental origins whereby both genetic and...
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