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Role of MeCP2 in the proliferationand in the differentiation of the cerebral cortex

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Reference: Project4 Abstract: Objective: the production of MeCP2 starts very early during development of the central nervous system; although at 14 days after conception the cerebral cortex of mice expressing high levels of MeCP2, the role of MeCP2 during these phases has so far been overlooked. it is our opinion that MeCP2 and in particular … Read more

Congenital Rett syndrome: cellular and mouse models for the study of foxg1 impact on forebrain neurogenesis

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Reference: GGP09117 Abstract: Rett syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder that represents one of the most common genetic causes of mental retardation in girls. Mutations in the MECP2 gene have long represented the only known cause of Rett. Recently, we demonstrated that mutations in a different gene, FOXG1, are responsible for the most severe form of … Read more

Creating an experimental modelreproducing a pathogenic mutation of MeCP2

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Reference: Project3 Abstract: Objective: the majority of animal models of the syndrome Rett available today represent only part of what that actually happens in patients, because most patients are not deprived of the entire gene, but only a small portion of it, or even have change only one amino acid. This project has set itself … Read more

Training Course on-line

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Reference: 4 Abstract: Provide parents, therapists and teachers of different types and levels the theoretical and practical tools for working with girls with Rett syndrome and use Alternative communication systems in order to falicitarle in everyday interactions and communication of their needs and their needs. PROJECT DETAILS  beginning: 2012. end: 2013. Country of research: Italy … Read more

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