Could Novel Drug Treat Autism and Fetal Alcohol Disorder?
In a surprising new finding, a Northwestern Medicine® study has found a common molecular vulnerability in autism and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Both disorders have symptoms of social impairment and originate during brain development in utero.
New Therapy for Fever-Induced Seizures in Children Targets Calcium Channels
Research published in The Journal of Neuroscience identifies a new key factor in the generation of febrile seizures, leading to a new therapeutic target for humans.
New Master’s Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics Marks Evolution in Field
The new program is a competitive, 21-month postgraduate degree offering clinically-focused education in a research-rich environment.