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Cell-type-specific effects of autism-associated chromosome 15q11.2-13.1 duplications in human brain

Dr. Walsh and his team have identified a chromosomal duplication mutation that dramatically increases the risk of an autism diagnosis. Their work includes an in-depth analysis of how this chromosomal mutation alters gene expression and accessibility, and may help inform the development of precise treatments.

Read the original article, by first author Caroline Dias.