Study hints at dietary chemical as therapy for type of autism
A compound derived from cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and kale, might limit the impact of certain mutations in an autism gene.
A compound derived from cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and kale, might limit the impact of certain mutations in an autism gene.
People with autism who avoid social interactions or have troubles with daily living skills may be at increased risk of an early death.
An experimental compound that blocks two enzymes involved in gene expression improves social behavior in young mice.
A pioneering project is showing how, 17 years since the first draft of the human genome, our genes are giving up their secrets and bringing hope to parents around the world.
A low dose of a drug used to treat lymphoma may ease social problems in some forms of autism.
Infants who have neurofibromatosis, a genetic condition linked to autism, show motor difficulties and communication delays at 10 months of age.
Masculinized features help define children with autism, online autism-parent forums spread pseudoscience, and the United States has more older fathers than ever.
An author with autism debuts his second book, the U.S. agency tasked with protecting public health has a new director, and new legislation makes medical cannabis accessible to people with autism in Georgia.
A surprising number of genes associated with autism also have links to cancer. Does that mean cancer drugs can treat autism?
Scientists test CRISPR as a cancer treatment, an app could help parents pick up on hints of autism, and a Dutch science academy tries to tilt its ranks toward women.