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Breakthrough Mouse Model Offers Hope for Rare Genetic Disease

7/1/2025

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At Tel Aviv University, researchers are diving into the complexities of a rare genetic disease impacting eight-year-old Adam, linked to a mutation in the GRIN2D gene. By developing a mouse model, they aim to unravel symptoms and explore treatments. Encouraging early results reveal that existing medications may enhance cognition and motor skills, igniting hope for families facing similar challenges.

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At Tel Aviv University, researchers are diving into the complexities of a rare genetic disease impacting eight-year-old Adam, linked to a mutation in the GRIN2D gene. By developing a mouse model, they aim to unravel symptoms and explore treatments. Encouraging early results reveal that existing medications may enhance cognition and motor skills, igniting hope for families facing similar challenges.