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Scientists identify how a nonfunctioning CASK gene creates chaos in the brain , articleFralin Biomedical Research Institute scientists have revealed how a nonfunctioning version of an ordinary gene impairs brain structure and function. The findings help explain a genetic form of microcephaly — a condition where babies’ heads are small and grow more slowly than their peers' heads.
Date: Jul 24, 2020 -
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Fralin Biomedical researchers shed light on how to protect optic nerve from genetic harm , articleVirginia Tech scientists at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute have developed a new insight about the most common form of inherited childhood blindness known as optic nerve hypoplasia.
Date: Mar 20, 2020 -
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VTCRI researchers join forces to improve life for children with genetic disorder , articleThe accomplishments of three girls who received intensive therapy based on innovative pediatric neurorehabilitation research at the VTCRI have been documented in a report published in BMC Research Notes.
Date: Mar 22, 2018 -
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Research at VTCRI reveals biological mechanism of a leading cause of childhood blindness , articleThe discovery in a rodent model may provide insight into what happens in the visual systems of children born with a condition that prevents the optic nerve from fully developing. The condition is also associated with autism spectrum disorder.
Date: Nov 15, 2017 -
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UVA, Virginia Tech Carilion partner to fund cross-university neuroscience research , articleThe University of Virginia-Virginia Tech Carilion Neuroscience Research Collaboration have announced more than a half million dollars in grant funding will be awarded to nine research teams to tackle pressing problems in brain development and function in health and disease.
Date: Dec 11, 2016 -
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Developmental and Translational Neurobiology Center to open at the Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute , articleLed by Michael Fox, an associate professor at the institute, the center will enhance existing strengths in cell and molecular neuroscience and create a collaborative community for scientists.
Date: Sep 26, 2016 -
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Scientists receive grant to study the leading cause of childhood blindness , articleVirginia Tech Carilion Research Institute scientists receive a grant to study the leading cause of childhood blindness: optic nerve hypoplasia.
Date: May 28, 2015