
The Lieber Institute for Brain Development | Research & Discovery
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Baltimore, MD 21205 USA
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"Brady Maher, Ph.D., LIBD’s lead investigator on the study, said that in trying to understand the root causes of ASD, most researchers have focused on potential problems with neurons, the principal cells of the brain. But he said our new study indicates that problems with a supporting cell that is critical for insulating the nerve fibers may be a previously underappreciated mechanism." Read the full article on our website! (fb)

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LIEBER INSTITUTEFOR BRAIN DEVELOPMENT Impact through research Schizophrenia Watching a loved one go through their first psychotic episode can be a lifealtering terrifying experience. Schizophrenia robs young people of their chance at a life of independence leading to decades of challenges for the patient their family and friends. Schizophrenia is a chronic brain disorder triggered by genetic epigenetic developmental and environmental factors that interfere with brain development and function. Characterized by diverse psychopathology schizophrenias core features are delusions and hallucinations impaired motivation social withdrawal and cognitive impairment poor performance over a wide range of cognitive functions.
Brain Disorders