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Dormant state of quiescent neural stem cells links Shank3 mutation to autism development.
Molecular psychiatry - 1 Jun 2022
Kim Hongwon, Cho Byounggook, Park Hanseul, Kim Junyeop, Kim Siyoung, Shin Jaein, Lengner Christopher J, Won Kyoung-Jae, Kim Jongpil
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Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are common neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by deficits in social interactions and communication, restricted interests, and repetitive behaviors. Despite extensive study, the molecular targets that control ASD development remain largely unclear. Here, we report that the dormancy of quiescent neural stem cells (qNSCs) is a therapeutic target for controlling the...
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