CRISPR-Cas9 Gene Editing Reduces Repetitive Behavior In Mice With Autism-Like Syndrome

researchers have utilized CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing in mice with a form of Fragile X Syndrome to alter gene expression, resulting in reduction of repetitive behaviors. Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) is the most commonly identified single-gene cause of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News - June 25, 2018 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Robert Glatter, MD, Contributor Source Type: news