Modern life is messing with our microbiomes, but science is fighting back
12 min
New research points to a treatment breakthrough for neurodevelopmental disorders. Scientists have long attempted to identify the causes behind neurodevelopmental disorders such as Down syndrome and Fragile X. It's easy to think that neurons are the only brain cells that matter. However, Maggie Chen examines 2022 research into the star-shaped astrocyte cell that could lead to potential therapeutic avenues.