Boosting a key brain protein could help treat Rett syndrome

Science Daily
March 7, 2026
Researchers have discovered a new way to increase a key brain protein damaged in Rett syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects thousands of children worldwide. Early studies in mice and patient-derived cells show the approach can restore normal brain cell function, raising hopes for future therapies.
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Originally published on Science Daily on 3/7/2026