Matthew Judson

Research associate
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Matthew Judson is a research associate in the UNC Neuroscience Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

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Spectrum

By Matthew Judson, Benjamin Philpot

16 October 2018

6 min read

An illustration shows a mosaic-like view of viruses delivering genes to the brain.

Angelman syndrome: Bellwether for genetic therapy in autism

It is not a matter of whether there will be clinical trials of genetic therapy for Angelman syndrome, but when.

An illustration shows a mosaic-like view of viruses delivering genes to the brain.

Spectrum

Angelman syndrome: Bellwether for genetic therapy in autism

By Matthew Judson, Benjamin Philpot

16 October 2018 | 6 min read

Spectrum

By Benjamin Philpot, Angela Mabb, Matthew Judson

19 July 2011

6 min read

Spectrum from The Transmitter.

Insights for autism from Angelman syndrome

Deletions or duplications of the UBE3A gene lead to both Angelman syndrome and some cases of autism, respectively. Studying the effects of altered gene dosage in this region will provide insights into brain defects and suggest targets for therapies for both disorders, says expert Benjamin Philpot.

Spectrum from The Transmitter.

Spectrum

Insights for autism from Angelman syndrome

By Benjamin Philpot, Angela Mabb, Matthew Judson

19 July 2011 | 6 min read

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