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Dong adds that further research might also shine a light on the origins of some neurodevelopmental disorders. Other genes from the ASXL family can be mutated in neural stem cells, which may lead to ...

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The Quad Cities is stepping up to help hospitals in New Orleans after at least 10 people were killed and dozens more injured ...