From mouse model to human; serendipity leads to human genetic diagnosis
When Dr. Huda Zoghbi and her colleagues were investigating the role protein complex ATXN1-CIC plays in the normal development of the mouse brain they did not
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Leadership series focuses on empowerment of women early in careers
March is Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on the contributions of women in American history, including science and medicine. At Baylor College of
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A pill to prevent Alzheimer’s disease might someday be a reality
Taking a pill that prevents the accumulation of toxic molecules in the brain might someday help prevent or delay Alzheimer’s disease, according to scientists at
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Future scientists inspired by recipients of Breakthrough Prize
Since being honored with the prestigious Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences, Baylor College of Medicine’s Dr. Huda Zoghbi has been busy, but not just with
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Two Baylor College of Medicine faculty members named to the National Academy of Medicine
Dr. Malcolm Brenner, founding director of the Center for Cell and Gene Therapy at Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children’s Hospital and Houston Methodist Hospital,
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Healthy Habits: Biking, running help Dr. Paul Ling stay fit
Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find
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Healthy Habits: Family time keeps Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal motivated
Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find
Read MoreA matter of health — The next stage
When the seasons change, it is time to move on.
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Normal levels of "Goldilocks" protein in mouse model restores neurologic function in MECP2 duplication syndrome
By Ruth SoRelle, M.P.H. For 15 years and more, Dr. Huda Zoghbi, professor of molecular and human genetics at Baylor College of Medicine, and director of
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Deep brain stimulation overcomes cognitive deficits in Rett mice
Deep brain stimulation — usually used to treat movement disorders – overcomes the learning and memory deficits in mice whose symptoms mimic those of Rett
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