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Study Links WSB2 Gene Mutation to Neurodevelopmental Disorder

5/30/2025

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A groundbreaking study from the University of Miami has pinpointed the mutated gene WSB2 as a significant player in a neurodevelopmental disorder. This mutation hampers protein recycling, causing toxic buildup. By examining five patients, researchers hope to enhance diagnosis and treatment, paving the way for innovative gene replacement therapies. Their findings are featured in the European Journal of Human Genetics.

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A groundbreaking study from the University of Miami has pinpointed the mutated gene WSB2 as a significant player in a neurodevelopmental disorder. This mutation hampers protein recycling, causing toxic buildup. By examining five patients, researchers hope to enhance diagnosis and treatment, paving the way for innovative gene replacement therapies. Their findings are featured in the European Journal of Human Genetics.