Innovative research uncovers mechanism behind epilepsy in Angelman syndrome

(Duke-NUS Medical School) First-of-its-kind study led by Duke-NUS Medical School and National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) applies experimental methodology using human neural cells and brain organoids to investigate mechanism underlying epileptic seizures in Angelman syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder. Findings may lead to treatment for this currently untreatable condition.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news