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This rare mutation destroys brain cells, scientists found the cause

Scientists have traced a devastating pattern of brain cell loss in a handful of families to a single, ultra-rare mutation ...
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This rare genetic mutation kills brain cells, and we finally know why

Experiments on an ultra-rare genetic mutation that causes neurodegeneration in children have helped uncover a new mechanism by which brain cells die. The findings raise the possibility that similar ...
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Scientists Create Ultimate Antiviral Using Rare “Superpower” Genetic Mutation

A rare genetic mutation that causes a deficiency in an immune regulator called ISG15 is known to make people more vulnerable to some bacterial infections and cause persistent inflammation — but it can ...
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Scientists solve medical mystery behind rare multi-organ disease, opening door to new treatments

Singapore, 29 August 2025—A team of scientists led by Duke-NUS Medical School has solved a mystery behind a rare and previously undiagnosed disease that affects multiple organs, shedding new light on ...

Study finds combined gene mutations better mimic rare gut disorder in mice

During development of the digestive system, a complex network of nerves forms around it, creating a "second brain"—the ...