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Gene Alterations in the Hippocampus Suggest Genetic and Epigenetic Roots of Major Depression
Key Takeaways
- Study published in Nature Medicine uses multimodal molecular characterization of the adult human hippocampus.
- Identifies both genetic and epigenetic alterations associated with major depression.
- Provides evidence for sustained neurogenesis in the adult hippocampus and its dysregulation in depression.
- Findings may lead to biomarkers, novel treatments, and precision psychiatry.
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DT Editorial Team··via nature.com