Modeling Autism in a Dish (2 of 2) (IMAGE)

Salk Institute

Modeling Autism in a Dish (2 of 2)

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Neurons generated from Rett-iPS cells form fewer synapses, the specialized signal transmission points between brain cells. Synapses are shown in red and dendrites, which function as signal receivers, are shown in green.

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Image: Courtesy of Dr. Carol Marchetto, Salk Institute for Biological Studies.

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