Researchers make major step forward in autism researchJanuary 26, 2018 - 12:20 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Researchers at Oregon State University made a huge discovery that could impact the future of autism research, Kezi.com reports. Researchers found a way to use Zebrafish to create a model for studying autism. While using Zebrafish might sound odd, postdoctoral fellow Courtney Roper said they can actually be useful because they develop in five days and they have similar DNA to humans. Researchers can use the fish to test different genetic and environmental factors of autism, that can be difficult to test on people. Through the study that was recently released, they were able to establish methods and tests to use in future research. "So the main thing that we have kind of showed is that in under two weeks we can really assess these autistic-like behaviors in this model, and the potential for using that for future chemical and environmental interactions is huge," Roper said. Zebrafish have been used to test for other diseases before, but the fish has never been used to test for autism. While this breakthrough mainly sets the foundation for research in the future, long-term it can be used to make breakthroughs in treatments and medications. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”. |