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  Researchers Identify Specific Fetal Antigens Attacked by Maternal Antibodies

  July 9, 2013 — Researchers have identified the specific antibodies that target fetal brain proteins in the blood of a subset of women whose children are diagnosed with autism. The finding is the first to pinpoint a ... > full story
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  Most Babies Born to Mothers on Methadone Exposed to Several Illicit Drugs in Womb

  July 8, 2013 — Most babies born to drug addicted mums on methadone maintenance are exposed to several other drugs while in the womb, and half are additionally exposed to excess alcohol, reveal the results of a ... > full story
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  Research Points to Biomarker That Could Track Huntington's Disease Progression

  July 8, 2013 — Scientists have demonstrated that measurements of electrical activity in the brains of mouse models of Huntington's disease could indicate the presence of disease before the onset of major ... > full story
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  First Child Born Following Embryo Screening With New Genome Analysis Technique

  July 8, 2013 — The first birth has been achieved following the analysis of embryos using a new genome sequencing technique which promises to revolutionise embryo selection for IVF. The technique has never before ... > full story
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  Early Life and in Utero Factors Found to Influence Testicular Function in Adulthood

  July 8, 2013 — A new study based on a 20-year follow-up of one of the world's largest study cohorts, suggests that exposure to several factors in utero and in early life may lead to reduced semen parameters in ... > full story
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  New Mouse Model Reveals a Mystery of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

  July 7, 2013 — Children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy often die as young adults from heart and breathing complications. Now, researchers have developed a mouse model that accurately mimics the course of the ... > full story
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  Exercise Rescues Mutated Neural Stem Cells

  July 5, 2013 — The genetic mutation leading to the developmental disorder "CHARGE syndrome" blocks the maturation of neural stem cells. This finding explains why CHARGE patients suffer from mental retardation and ... > full story
• Down Syndrome
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  Key Factors in Understanding Differences in Rates of Birth Defects Identified

  July 4, 2013 — New research highlights important information for health professionals and parents about the factors which may increase the likelihood of a baby being born with a birth ... > full story
• Pancreatic Cancer
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  Cancer-Linked FAM190A Gene Found to Regulate Cell Division

  July 3, 2013 — Cancer scientists have discovered that a little-described gene known as FAM190A plays a subtle but critical role in regulating the normal cell division process known as mitosis, and the ... > full story
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  Curcumin May Protect Premature Infants' Lungs

  July 2, 2013 — Curry spice provides protective qualities for premature infants' lungs, study ... > full story

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