Huge brain study uncovers ‘buried’ genetic networks linked to mental illness

Andy · Dec 16, 2018

Brain conditions such as schizophrenia and autism spectrum disorder have long been known to have an inherited component, but pinpointing how gene variants contribute to disease has been a major challenge. Now, some of the first findings from the most comprehensive genomic analysis of the human brain ever undertaken are shedding light on the roots of these disorders.

Among the discoveries are elements buried in the genome’s ‘dark matter’ that seem to regulate gene expression. Researchers have also uncovered previously unidentified networks of genes and the buried elements, which might contribute to the chances of developing such disorders.
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https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-018-07750-x

Arnie Pye · Dec 16, 2018

Does this research apply to people with small brains as well, or just those with huge brains?

(Sorry, I couldn't resist.)

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