Researchers have discovered two major mechanisms that contribute to the high risk of complications from lung infections in individuals with Down syndrome: poor ciliary function, which impairs the respiratory tract's ability to clear mucus and viral particles, and immune hyper-reactivity, which leads to an overactive immune response. Th...
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournaliScience·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 2, 2023
A University of Otago study found that children who watched more TV as kids were more likely to develop metabolic syndrome in adulthood. The research, published in Pediatrics, associated prolonged screen time with a higher risk of overweight and obesity in mid-adulthood.
SourceUniversity of Otago·JournalPEDIATRICS·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJul 24, 2023
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A study found that activity-friendly neighborhoods with destinations, walkability, and amenities reduce the likelihood of metabolic syndrome. Residing in such areas encourages physical activity, social interaction, and reduces reliance on cars.
SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalHumanities and Social Sciences Communications·DateJul 24, 2023
Researchers are studying the characteristics of fragile X-associated tremor ataxia syndrome (FXTAS), aiming to develop treatments for this debilitating condition. The study focuses on understanding the phenotype of FXTAS, including its progression and impact on males and females.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis Health·DateJul 19, 2023
Research reveals chronic immune dysregulation in Down syndrome, with high interferon activity linked to autoinflammation and metabolic changes. Repurposing JAK inhibitors shows therapeutic benefits in reducing inflammation without suppressing the immune system.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalScience Advances·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 17, 2023
A study found improved adherence to AAP guidelines for children with Down syndrome after implementing electronic health record integrations, coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic reopening. The intervention resulted in higher follow-up visit adherence (69%) and improvements in audiology and sleep study components.
SourceMassachusetts General Hospital·JournalPEDIATRICS·DateJun 26, 2023
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have discovered a molecular mechanism contributing to congenital heart defects in infants with Down syndrome. The study found that an abnormal interferon response inhibits key molecular events required for heart development, leading to impaired cardiogenesis.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournaliScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 21, 2023
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A long-term study found that women experiencing moderate to severe hot flashes after menopause are more likely to develop metabolic syndrome and hypertension. Hormone replacement therapy may help prevent these conditions.
Gene therapy is being tested for rare skeletal dysplasia, affecting 1 in 200,000. Patients will receive a one-time infusion of viral vector containing correct gene sequence.
In people with Rett syndrome, nerve cells have a mechanism called transcriptional buffering to partially compensate for genetic changes. This process helps maintain healthy RNA levels and acts as a defence against genetic variations, suggesting a potential new molecular mechanism in human cells.
SourceThe Hospital for Sick Children·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 2, 2023
A study published in Development found that mice with a third copy of the Dyrk1a gene exhibit shortened skull length and widened head diameter, similar to humans with Down Syndrome. The researchers identified three other genes also contributing to craniofacial dysmorphology, providing insights into the genetics of Down Syndrome.
SourceThe Francis Crick Institute·JournalDevelopment·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 26, 2023
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A study by researchers at the University of Michigan found that an extra copy of the DSCAM gene in mice with Down syndrome causes improper neuron development and excessive inhibition. This discovery suggests modulation of DSCAM expression levels could be a viable therapeutic strategy for repairing synaptic deficits seen in Down syndrome.
SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalPLOS Biology·DateApr 20, 2023
Researchers found that an extra copy of a gene controlling synapse formation causes excessive inhibitory signaling in the brain of mice with Down syndrome. This may contribute to conditions such as autism, epilepsy, and bipolar disorder.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 20, 2023
Researchers developed an ASO treatment that improves bile duct development and prevents fibrosis and cell death in animal models of Alagille syndrome. The study offers a potential therapeutic option for patients with this condition, potentially bypassing the need for liver transplant.
SourceBaylor College of Medicine·JournalHepatology·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 7, 2023
Alpha-gal syndrome is an allergy caused by lone star tick bites, leading to symptoms like stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Patients with suspected alpha-gal should undergo a blood test to check for immunoglobulin E antibodies, and the main treatment is avoiding foods containing alpha-gal.
SourceAmerican Gastroenterological Association·JournalGastroenterology·DateMar 21, 2023
Researchers created a new mouse model of Down syndrome with milder cognitive traits, showing promise for developing precise treatments. The study's findings may help address the limitations of previous models and improve cognitive function in individuals with Down syndrome.
SourceNIH/National Human Genome Research Institute·JournalBiological Psychiatry·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 14, 2023
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A new study published in PLOS One demonstrates the potential of machine learning and artificial intelligence to aid in the development of new treatments for Rett syndrome. The researchers used a wearable electronic chest patch to monitor cardiac activity and movement, and developed an algorithm that identified patterns specific to seve...
SourceEmory Health Sciences·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateMar 1, 2023
Scientists have identified key players in the adaptive immune response as culprits for most autoimmunity in people with Down syndrome. The researchers found that many individuals with Down syndrome are in a perpetual state of inflammation comparable to those without the disorder who are in intensive care.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 22, 2023
Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia developed two new zebrafish models for studying SURF1 mitochondrial disease, a major cause of Leigh syndrome. The team identified two drugs, cysteamine bitartrate and N-acetylcysteine, that showed potential in preventing neurological decompensation in patients with Leigh syndrome.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalHuman Molecular Genetics·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 21, 2023
A new nonhuman primate model of Usher syndrome has been confirmed, providing hope for the development of a treatment for this leading cause of blindness-deafness. The model, created using CRISPR/Cas9 technology, exhibits symptoms similar to those experienced by humans with the condition.
SourceOregon Health & Science University·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 11, 2023
A study found that unintentional weight loss in people with Down syndrome coincides with brain changes associated with Alzheimer's disease, indicating it could be an early predictor. The researchers suggest that weight loss may be a useful tool for making an earlier diagnosis.
SourceUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison·JournalJournal of Alzheimer’s Disease·TypeObservational study·DateJan 31, 2023
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Researchers at NYU Langone Health identified the genetic basis of VEXAS syndrome in 2020, now estimating its prevalence among US men and women over 50. The study found that approximately 1 in 4,269 American men over age 50 and 1 in 26,238 women may develop the syndrome.
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalJAMA·TypeObservational study·DateJan 24, 2023
Researchers found that abnormal methylation processes lead to disruption of gene expression essential for brain development in people with Williams syndrome. The study suggests targeting treatments to correct these disruptions.
SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalMolecular Psychiatry·DateJan 15, 2023
A study funded by NIH found that people with Down syndrome have a similar level of amyloid plaques in their brains as those with hereditary, early-onset Alzheimer's. This suggests that individuals with both conditions may benefit from participating in studies on Alzheimer's therapies aimed at slowing amyloid plaque formation.
SourceNIH/Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development·JournalThe Lancet Neurology·DateDec 12, 2022
A minimally invasive treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome provides complete and long-term relief to patients. Ultrasound-guided hydrodissection effectively treats nerve entrapments without surgery or corticosteroids.
SourceRadiological Society of North America·DateNov 30, 2022
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A recent study published in Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport reveals that high aerobic fitness does not protect children from metabolic syndrome. In contrast, a lower risk was observed when considering body size and composition.
SourceUniversity of Jyväskylä - Jyväskylän yliopisto·JournalJournal of Science and Medicine in Sport·DateOct 20, 2022
Individuals with Down syndrome experience less frequent but more severe viral infections, attributed to increased type I interferon expression. This leads to hyperactive immune responses initially, followed by overcorrection, resulting in increased vulnerability late in the viral attack.
SourceCell Press·JournalImmunity·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 14, 2022
A new study by Queen Mary University of London reveals that children and young adults with Down Syndrome are four times more likely to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The research, which examined over 9,000 individuals with Down Syndrome, found a 10-fold increased risk of developing the condition in those aged five-14.
SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalDiabetes Care·DateOct 4, 2022
A new study suggests that low-dose ketamine is generally safe and effective in treating clinical symptoms of children diagnosed with ADNP syndrome, a rare neurodevelopmental disorder. The treatment resulted in improvements in social behavior, attention deficit, and hyperactivity, as well as reduced aggression.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalHuman Genetics and Genomics Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 6, 2022
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Researchers identified a molecule produced by astrocytes that interferes with normal neuron development in Rett, fragile X and Down syndromes. Blocking this molecule reduces disease signs in mice brains, suggesting potential therapeutics to treat these disorders.
SourceSalk Institute·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateAug 30, 2022
Children with Down syndrome have a unique preference for food textures, preferring crispy and oily foods over brittle or gooey ones. Researchers found that adding nutritional value to these preferred foods could help improve the children's eating habits and reduce choking incidents.
SourceWashington State University·JournalJournal of Texture Studies·TypeObservational study·DateAug 29, 2022
Researchers at RCSI found that patients with Long COVID syndrome have a blood-clotting imbalance due to high levels of von Willebrand Factor and low levels of ADAMTS13. The study suggests that this imbalance contributes to symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue.
SourceRCSI·JournalJournal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis·DateAug 23, 2022
A RCSI study has found that babies born with Down Syndrome experience impaired changes in heart function and blood pressure in their lungs over the first two years of age. The research suggests that all babies with Down Syndrome should have their heart function monitored during childhood due to these common issues.
SourceRCSI·JournalJournal of the American Society of Echocardiography·DateAug 16, 2022
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A recent study found that overnight EEGs can predict Rett syndrome with 90% accuracy and identify specific patterns associated with different subtypes of the disorder. This breakthrough could lead to the development of more refined interventions and improved care for girls with Rett syndrome.
SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalCerebral Cortex·DateAug 8, 2022
Newborn neurons in Rett syndrome organoids migrate slowly and erratically compared to non-mutated cells. The study provides new insight into how MECP2 mutations affect brain development, revealing larger ventricles and thinner neural zones.
SourcePicower Institute at MIT·JournaleLife·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 29, 2022
Researchers at the Salk Institute discovered that genetic mutations disrupt RNA splicing in Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome, leading to bleeding and immune deficiencies. This finding suggests new targets for treatment with small molecule drugs and sheds light on the basic biology of RNA splicing.
SourceSalk Institute·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 13, 2022
Researchers developed a convolutional neural network to identify fetuses with Down Syndrome from ultrasound images. The model achieved high accuracy, improving detection by over 15% compared to existing methods. Non-invasive screening could become a convenient and inexpensive tool for early pregnancy diagnosis.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJul 6, 2022
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Researchers discovered common mutations and dysfunction in myotonic dystrophy type 1 and Rett syndrome using brain organoids. The study suggests that targeting NMDA receptors may ameliorate cognitive impairments in young patients with DM1.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateJun 29, 2022
Researchers found that lamivudine improved cognition in a mouse model of Down syndrome, which could lead to new pharmacological treatments for cognitive impairment. The study highlights the potential of targeting retrotransposons, segments of DNA that contribute to neurodegenerative diseases.
SourceCenter for Genomic Regulation·JournalJournal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 28, 2022
The INCLUDE Data Hub provides centralized access to large-scale research resources, including biospecimen libraries and clinical datasets, for the study of Down syndrome. With over 8,000 study participants and 30,000 biospecimens, researchers can accelerate discoveries that benefit people with Down syndrome.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 6, 2022
Researchers created a zebrafish model to study Bloom syndrome, uncovering similarities and species-specific novelties. The study found reduced fertility and shorter lifespan in mutant zebrafish, which are entirely male.
SourceEötvös Loránd University·JournalCell Death and Disease·DateMay 12, 2022
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The international consensus on diagnosing and treating opsoclonus-myoclonus syndrome has been published, providing support for families and clinicians. The guidance outlines the condition's characteristics, causes, and management options, aiming to improve care for affected children.
SourceNIHR Biomedical Research Centre at Guy’s and St Thomas’ and King’s College London·JournalNeurology·TypeNews article·DateMay 11, 2022
A proof-of-concept study suggests that postnatal gene therapy may prevent or reverse deleterious effects of Pitt-Hopkins syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. The treatment restored normal activity of the deficient gene, preventing anxiety-like behavior and memory problems in an animal model.
SourceUniversity of North Carolina Health Care·JournaleLife·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 10, 2022
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital have discovered a new class of biological factors that can be targeted by small molecule drugs, including noncoding RNAs. This breakthrough could lead to new therapies for genetic disorders such as Rett syndrome and Fragile X syndrome.
SourceMassachusetts General Hospital·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2022
A new study shows that a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease, sargramostim, improves cognitive function in people with Down syndrome and normal aging mice. The drug reverses learning and memory deficits, nerve cell loss, and brain abnormalities in mouse models of Down syndrome and aging.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalNeurobiology of Disease·DateMar 29, 2022
Researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia found that dysfunction in a key brain cell subtype contributes to chronic symptoms in Dravet syndrome. The study suggests that increasing expression of Nav1.1 in parvalbumin interneuron axon may be a viable therapeutic target for patients.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalCell Reports·TypeObservational study·DateMar 29, 2022
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A study found that 25.3% of children with mild head injuries continue to suffer from persistent post-concussion syndrome for years, often misdiagnosed as ADHD or sleep disorders. The syndrome causes chronic symptoms like forgetfulness, memory problems, and sensitivity to light and noise.
SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 23, 2022
Researchers found that Rett syndrome mice have larger and more correlated ensembles of neurons, suggesting reduced inhibition. Activating somatostatin-expressing inhibitory neurons improved contextual memory recall in Rett mice.
SourceBaylor College of Medicine·JournalNeuron·DateMar 15, 2022
Researchers have genetically engineered a rat model of Down syndrome to test new therapies and explore the condition's unique genetics. The rats exhibit cognitive impairments, anxiety, and hyperactivity similar to humans with Down syndrome, providing a valuable tool for medical research.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalAmerican Journal of Human Genetics·DateMar 14, 2022
A study at Duke-NUS Medical School found that inhibiting IL-11 can reduce kidney damage, inflammation, and scarring in Alport syndrome mice. Combining this therapy with ACEi treatment increased lifespan by over 400%.
SourceDuke-NUS Medical School·JournalJournal of the American Society of Nephrology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 9, 2022
Researchers found an association between certain cancers and Guillain-Barré syndrome, with people diagnosed with lymphomas, blood cancers, lung, prostate, or breast cancer having a higher risk. The study suggests that unidentified factors in several types of cancer may contribute to this increased risk.
SourceAmerican Academy of Neurology·JournalNeurology·DateMar 2, 2022
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Researchers from the Mitochondrial Medicine Frontier Program at CHOP found that primary developmental delays are a common symptom of Leigh syndrome, occurring even before metabolic stroke and regression. These delays are associated with poor long-term educational outcomes and worse disease progression.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalMolecular Genetics and Metabolism·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 1, 2022
A new class of compounds improves insulin secretion and sensitivity, lowering blood sugar levels and reducing liver fat buildup in mice with diabetes. The study's findings offer hope for developing new treatments for cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome.
SourceWashU Medicine·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 11, 2022
Researchers developed a new RNA editing technology that makes efficient use of native ADAR enzymes to correct disease-causing mutations in RNA. The technology holds promise as a gene therapy for treating genetic diseases like Hurler syndrome and cystic fibrosis, with promising results in mouse models.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateFeb 10, 2022
Researchers developed a gene therapy called Targeted Augmentation of Nuclear Gene Output (TANGO), which boosts SCN1A protein production in brain cells. The treatment restored normal cell function and reduced seizures in lab mice with Dravet syndrome, offering hope for the first direct treatment of the fundamental cause.
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Researchers discovered that genome-wide disruptions in Down syndrome cells share similarities with cellular aging or senescence. Anti-senolytic drugs were found to correct these disruptions, improving gene accessibility and cell function in cell cultures.
SourcePicower Institute at MIT·JournalCell Stem Cell·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 6, 2022
A global study published in JAMA Network Open found that patients hospitalized with COVID-19 who have metabolic syndrome are at a higher risk of developing acute respiratory distress syndrome and dying. The study examined records of over 46,000 patients across 26 countries and found that those with metabolic syndrome were 36% more like...
A global study found that hospitalized COVID-19 patients with metabolic syndrome had a 20% higher risk of developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and dying. The study examined records of over 46,000 patients in 181 hospitals across 26 countries.
SourceTulane University·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 22, 2021
Researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia identified several new clinical considerations in WAGR syndrome, including kidney issues, cardiometabolic health problems, and variations in eye issues. The study provides guidance for proper diagnosis, management, and potential treatment options, highlighting the need for individual...
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalFrontiers in Pediatrics·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 20, 2021
Researchers from the University of Tsukuba found that lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and sedentary behavior significantly increase the risk of developing metabolic syndrome in non-obese individuals. Similar risk factors were identified for both obese and lean individuals, highlighting the importance of healthy ...
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalPreventive Medicine·DateNov 18, 2021
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