Scientists discover a surprising clue to autism's origins hidden in the placenta

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Scientists are still working to understand why autism develops. Genetics are known to play a major role, but researchers have also found that conditions during pregnancy can influence the likelihood of autism spectrum disorder.

A new study from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) has uncovered a surprising connection between inflammation during pregnancy, changes in the placenta, and the development of autism-like traits in male mice. The findings suggest tha...

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