In a groundbreaking study, researchers at the University of Haifa have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the origins of autism. The research, led by Dr. Shani Stern from the Department of Neurobiology, reveals a compelling association between autism and accelerated development of neurons in embryos. These findings offer new insights into the developmental disability and present potential avenues for novel treatments.
Autism spectrum disorder affects approximately 75 million people globally, leading to challenges in social communication, interacting with others, and exhibiting repetitive or restricted behaviors, as well as unique ways of learning, moving, or focusing attention.
By examining neurons at the embryonic stage, they discovered evidence of rapid neuron development not observed in children without autism. Furthermore, the neurons displayed signs of rapid deterioration, characterized by reduced connectivity. Dr. Stern explained that “accelerated development we observed in children with autism may have caused them to be exposed to these challenges before having developed adequate protective mechanisms.”
Published in the peer-reviewed journal Translational Psychiatry, the study deviated from traditional research using mouse models and post-birth neuron development. Instead, Dr. Stern’s team reprogrammed mature cells from specific individuals into induced stem cells, subsequently transformed into neurons. This innovative approach enabled them to track neuron development even before birth.
Notably, the phenomenon of accelerated development followed by rapid deterioration was consistent across children with autism caused by various gene mutations, indicating it might be a defining characteristic of autism in general.
The newfound association between accelerated neuronal development and autism offers exciting possibilities for targeted interventions and potential treatments. Dr. Stern and her team are now dedicated to exploring compounds and drugs that could slow down this rapid development, offering protection to developing neurons and potentially unlocking new therapeutic strategies for autism. This research holds the promise of improving the lives of millions of individuals affected by autism spectrum disorder worldwide.
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are you sure? but a chassidishe lady who does not speak any languages fluently and stunted her education in the 8th grade told me it was the vaccines.
so what will the Anti-Vaxer’s say now…
Perhaps this research will put the whole vaccine / autism to rest. Perhaps it can prove, or disprove, that vaccines are the cause of autism.
I skimmed through most of the review published on nature .com. While I don’t doubt the neurons listed as being factors, there’s still a lot of what we call anecdotal evidence from parents on the drop of progression near-immediate post immunization leading many to question if the metallic or other adjuvents were a toxic trigger. The study claims no conflict of interests, but is funded by 3rd-party grants most often attributed to pharma.
The explosion in cases form 1/10,000 to 1/35 (as per CDC), demmands us put this issue to bed for once in for all with true RTC with actual placebo and not similar adjuvent shots. These are the same “rigorous standards” the FDA demands for regular prescriptions and this time they must be independently audited and made public for peoples trust to return. The only one calling for this is “some Kennedy meshugener” challenging President Briben for the Democratic nomination.
To Besalel, the lady may have zero knowledge but the concern might or might not be valid.
To apdsvys
To Veyizmir
Please read the entire original article. The study picked cells from a known genetic fault that caused autistic like behavior and the general press is trying to make this represent all cases. Autism is a spectrum disease and ultimately will be found to have multiple causes. I did research on autistic behavior at a residential school for Autism and it was obvious there were many different levels and likely differing etiology.
As far as the vaccine issue, anything is possible. Many Pediatricians use single dose or even separate vaccine for their kids rather that a reused multi dose MMR vial. There could be a difference between the first and last dose from that vial.
@jpa: The jump in amount of cases is mostly the result of the CDC (and other agencies) redefining Autism. Many disorders that in the past were looked at separately are now lumped under the general umbrella of “Autism spectrum” which now encompasses a slew of disparate issues.
This study proves absolutely nothing.
This is such a joke, the anti Vax ‘chasidisha’ lady at least attempted to read thru the research article, engage in critical thinking and not just jump on a ywn republished article…..
Ever heard of epigenetics? Basically when research discovered genes they were so excited they felt the can now solve all medical mysteries….
However, it didn’t take long they realized the ‘gene’ itself doesn’t bring on the event or illness or whatever….
The gene can be described as the ‘gun’ and the life’s event will act as a ‘trigger’. A gun without a trigger DOES NOT KILL. Unless your are a liberal…..
So let’s assume this “breakthrough’ research is flawless and let’s assume it applies for all autism, possible a couple of dose aluminum, trigging the immune system inflammatory response is part of the triggers” KILLING” out precious kids?
#think
An anti vaxer died and went heaven. Expecting to be lauded, he was shocked when he was laughed at and scolded for the stupidity of his ways.
Thoroughly embarrassed, he requests that he be given permission to appear in a dream of best friend, another anti vac advocate. After some discussion, heaven agrees.
He appears in the dream and his friend ask shockingly, “tell me, will we ever convince the world of the lies of big pharma?”
He answers, “I’m sorry. It’s way worse. You have no idea how high the conspiracy goes; even GD is in on it!”
There is no convincing people about the stupidity of anti vax. It’s their religion.
@Alex Chaimowitz: Talk with baby-boomer parents of young kids 30-50 years ago. I don’t buy that as *the* reason since the current described symptom spectrum was simply not there in-mass. Not 100% convinced either the current 78-shot immunization schedule is the casuse, but as someone trained in science, I must question it until proven otherwise with actual RTC placebos.
@Thoughtful Response: to believe blindly in any given medical intervention without question IS A RELIGION. Your stance is pure kefira. The only one you shoud believe blindly without question is Hashem.
Question everything especially including scientific & PubHealth narratives as they’re often disproven.
1. I vax
2. Am I missing something? Has anyone above read the article?
No where does it say what causes these neurons to develop faster and die quicker.
There has to be a causation! And if it’s TRUE (I said IF!) that there has been an increase in autism the pas X amount of years, one has to ask WHY?
Is it the food we eat?
Is it the water we drink?
Is it the air we breathe?
Is it the supplements we take?
Is it the medications and vaccines we inject?
Is it the amount of screen time we take?
Is it a lack of sleep?
Is it some of the above?
Is it all of the above?
Is it none of the above?
Why push any ideas away
Just look at the people who were so sold on the COVID vaccines and brushed away any alternative medication, how did that work out? Young athletes and healthy People suffering or dying from heart attacks and blood clots…
We need doctors and scientists who are open minded and honest!!!
“We need doctors and scientists who are open minded and honest!!!”
But forget about honest posters.
The rate for young athletes dying of heart attacks remains unchanged.
The one that happened is that all the naive and clueless are aware of every sad thing in this world. Instead of finding Hashem behind it all, they founded a vast conspiracy in front of it.
@n0mesora:
“The rate for young athletes dying of heart attacks remains unchanged.”
That 100% pure SHEKER. You can lookup the historical stats & charts from Edward Dowd or even the UKs & AUS excess mortality stats on the NHS.
“The one that happened is that all the naive and clueless are aware of every sad thing in this world. Instead of finding Hashem..”
That is however 100% true. Does not mean you should be a shotah about it. Chacham eniav b’rosho.