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Study Links Genetic Risk to Newborn Brain Structure Changes
2/6/2025
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- A groundbreaking study of 221 newborn brain scans reveals that genetic variants linked to autism may shape white matter structure from the very beginning. The research shows that a higher genetic risk is associated with larger areas in certain white matter tracts, highlighting the potential for early detection and intervention in autism development.
