Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition
characterized by social communication challenges and repetitive behaviors. Recent …

Rodents, along with numerous other mammals, heavily depend on olfactory cues to
navigate their social interactions. Processing of olfactory sensory inputs is mediated by …

In the last years, the hypothesis that elevated levels of proinflammatory cytokines contribute
to the pathogenesis of neurodevelopmental diseases has gained popularity. IL-1 is one of …

Previous studies have identified the exposure to ubiquitous environmental endocrine
disruptors may be a risk factor of neurological disorders. However, the effects of fluorene-9 …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a diverse group of neurodevelopmental conditions with
complex origins. Individuals with ASD present various neurobiological abnormalities …

During pregnancy, the maternal environment is critical for normal ontogeny and central
nervous system development. Occasionally, prenatal exposure to environmental factors …

Homeostatic plasticity maintains the stability of functional brain networks. The axon initial
segment (AIS), where action potentials start, undergoes dynamic adjustment to exert …

The anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) serves as a core region in social networks, and
impairments in this area have been identified in autism spectrum disorders. Our prior …

The familiarity of socially interacting peers has a profound impact on behavior, but little is
known about the neuronal representations distinguishing familiar from novel conspecifics …

Fear is a powerful emotion that is crucial to the survival in a complex environment. The
amygdala, a key brain region implicated in processing fear, is not homogenous but …