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Drug reverses autism-like brain changes in mice within hours

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Researchers at UCLA Health System have identified a drug that rapidly reverses autism-like brain changes in adult mice. The experimental compound, known as BCI-540, demonstrated the ability to restore normal brain connectivity and reduce repetitive behaviors within hours of administration. This breakthrough offers a potential new avenue for treating core symptoms associated with autism spectrum disorder. AI

RANK_REASON Research finding on a potential therapeutic drug for autism-like symptoms in mice. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Drug reverses autism-like brain changes in mice within hours

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    Drug reverses autism-like brain changes in adult mice within hours Article URL: https://www. uclahealth.org/news/release/dr ug-reverses-autism-like-brain-change

    Drug reverses autism-like brain changes in adult mice within hours Article URL: https://www. uclahealth.org/news/release/dr ug-reverses-autism-like-brain-changes-adult-mice-within Comments URL: https:// news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4 9139052 Points: 27 # Comments: 7 https://www. …

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