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What can mice teach us about autism? – Make the connection with EU-science
‘Make the connection with EU-science’ is a series of explanatory videos focusing on the scientific content and exploitation aspects of EU research projects.
The current video showcases the THERAUTISM project, which has studied how social behaviour is regulated by brain chemistry. Researchers have identified molecular targets and biomarkers that could lead to personalised, game-changing, drug therapies to treat autism’s social symptoms.
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What can mice teach us about autism?
Make the connection with EU science.
One per cent of people are affected by autism
facing challenges with social interaction.
Existing support relies on behavioural therapies
with safe, effective medicines still missing.
The EU-funded THERAUTISM project
revealed how RNA activity in brain cells
influenced social interactions in mice.
Understanding the biochemistry of social behaviour
opens the door to new medicines
that could enhance quality of life for many.
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