Scientists did research using 42,607 individuals with autism to dientify gene mutations that increase risks for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). They used this data from other studies such as SPARK autism research to compare the genomes to identify higher risk genes. This data not only shows genes that cause ASD but also identify severity as one of the new genes found more moderate impact on ASD. They in total found 60 new genes that can cause moderate sysmptoms of ASD. This research could help scientists understand the effects of ASD and brain chemistry as they map the causes and effects of these mutations.
Using this data not only could we understand the causes of autism but also study the effects more carefully in conjuction to someones genes. Being able to understand behind ASD could be a gateway to better treatment and solutions for those with ASD. It is good to see this as a research topic as I feel many with ASD are not understood leads individuals to social isolation. I hope in the future similar research can help improve the education and oppurtunities for those with ASD as genes show the ways the brain is effected by different muations.
https://www.cuimc.columbia.edu/news/60-new-autism-genes-identified
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41588-022-01148-2#Ack1
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