Mice without DDX3X are slow to grow neurons - Spectrum

The gene helps neurons exit the cell-maturation cycle during fetal brain development, a new study shows. But male and female mice respond differently to DDX3X loss.

Layer losses: Fewer excitatory neurons develop in the cortex of mice lacking the gene DDX3X. Courtesy of Debra Silver Loss of the autism-linked gene DDX3X prevents neurons from maturing and alters… [+4434 chars]

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