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MeCP2 Goes Global – Redefining the Function of the Rett Syndrome Protein
Posted By: Anonymous | Posted On: Feb 25,2010 18:30 pm | View: 10
A paper published online today in Molecular Cell proposes that Methyl CpG binding protein 2 (MeCP2) impacts the entire genome in neurons, rather than acting as a regulator of specific genes. Mutations in MeCP2 cause the autism spectrum disorder Rett Syndrome as well as some cases of neuropsychiatric problems including autism, schizophrenia and learning disabilities.
Read More: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3652354.htm
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