Genetic cause of Williams Syndrome

Tel Aviv and Hebrew University researchers have discovered an abnormal genetic process responsible for the brain disorder known as Williams Syndrome. A molecule known as a ‘methyl group’ disrupts healthy gene production. The findings could lead to future treatments.

https://nocamels.com/2023/01/researchers-discover-cause-of-rare-brain-disorder/

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41380-022-01921-z

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