Unusual ultrasonic vocalization patterns in mice may be useful for modeling autism

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 - 04:14 in Biology & Nature

Scientists have found novel patterns of ultrasonic vocalizations in a genetic mouse model of autism, adding a unique element to the available mouse behaviors that capture components of the human disease, and representing a new step towards identifying causes and better treatments.

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