Abstract Development in genetic technology has led to the identification of an increasing
number of genes associated with epilepsy. These discoveries will both provide the basis for …

Folding of the cerebral cortex is a fundamental milestone of mammalian brain evolution and
is associated with dramatic increases in size and complexity. New animal models, genetic …

A clear, engaging writing style, hundreds of full-color images, and new information
throughout make Volpe's Neurology of the Newborn, 6th Edition, an indispensable resource …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a set of neurodevelopmental disorders with a high
prevalence and impact on society. ASDs are characterized by deficits in both social behavior …

The size and extent of folding of the mammalian cerebral cortex are important factors that
influence a species' cognitive abilities and sensorimotor skills. Studies in various animal …

Neural circuit function can be drastically affected by variations in the number of cells that are
produced during development or by a reduction in adult cell number owing to disease. For …

Malformations of cerebral cortical development include a wide range of developmental
disorders that are common causes of neurodevelopmental delay and epilepsy. In addition …

Primary microcephaly (MCPH, for “microcephaly primary hereditary”) is a disorder of brain
development that results in a head circumference more than 3 standard deviations below …

One of the most prominent features of the human brain is the fabulous size of the cerebral
cortex and its intricate folding. Cortical folding takes place during embryonic development …

Primary microcephaly is caused by mutations in genes encoding centrosomal proteins
including WDR62 and KIF2A. However, mechanisms underlying human microcephaly …