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Early onset seizures and Rett-like features associated with mutations in CDKL5

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Reference: RES-145-28-1003 Abstract: Mutations in theﾠCDKL5ﾠgene (also known as STK9) have recently been shown to cause early onset epilepsy and severe mental retardation (ISSX or West syndrome). Patients withﾠCDKL5ﾠmutations sometimes also show features similar to those seen in Rett Syndrome (RTT). We have screened theﾠCDKL5ﾠgene in 94 patients with RTT or a RTT-like phenotype who … Read more

Environmental enrichment and cognitive function across the lifespan

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Reference: BB/L00139X/1 Abstract: The human brain, like other organs, is affected by ageing. This can lead to reduced concentration, forgetfulness, and confusion when confronted with novel or unexpected situations. In more severe cases this puts the person at risk of harm and jeopardises independent living, placing heavy burdens on families and society. There is therefore … Read more

Creating conditions : the making and re-making of a genetic syndrome

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Reference: RES-145-28-1003 Abstract: Based on original ethnographic research with scientists, clinicians and families, this book examines Rett syndrome to illuminate more general issues concerning the construction and interpretation of diseases and syndromes. It derives from research with a specialist team of clinicians and scientists, and a series of families referred with a potential diagnosis of … Read more

GEUVADIS Genetic European Variation in Health and Disease, A European Medical Sequencing Consortium

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Reference: 261123 Abstract: We are committed to gaining insights into the human genome and its role in health and medicine by sharing data, experience and expertise in high-throughput sequencing. The purpose of this website is to keep you up to date with the project, and to help you find accessible information about genomics and personalised … Read more

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