Matthew Judson is a research associate in the UNC Neuroscience Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Matthew Judson
Research associate
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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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.
Angelman syndrome: Bellwether for genetic therapy in autism
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Matthew Judson, Benjamin Philpot
16 October 2018 | 6 min read
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.
Insights for autism from Angelman syndrome
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Benjamin Philpot, Angela Mabb, Matthew Judson
19 July 2011 | 6 min read
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