USC researchers identify gene variant associated with both autism and gastrointestinal dysfunction
Contact: Meghan Lewit lewit@usc.edu 323-442-3941 University of Southern California Altered expression of MET gene may contribute to increased risk of co-occurring medical conditions A study led by researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) and Vanderbilt University have identified a specific gene variant that links increased genetic risk for autism with gastrointestinal (GI) conditions. The findings suggest that disrupted signaling [...] [...more]

