Rare Muscle Dystrophy (IMAGE) Washington University School of Medicine Caption Removing one gene caused normal muscle muscle fibers (left) to grow to three times their normal size (right). Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found that targeting a protein related to that gene with lithium can reduce muscle wasting in a rare form of muscular dystrophy. Credit Andrew Findlay Usage Restrictions This image is to be used in accordance with the mission, policies and guidelines of Washington University in St. Louis. Visit <a href="https://wustl.edu/about/compliance-policies/media-policies/photo-use/" target="_blank">https://wustl.edu/about/compliance-policies/media-policies/photo-use/</a> for more information. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.