Researchers at the Centre de recherche Azrieli du CHU Sainte-Justine have developed the first mouse model that reproduces a rare and severe genetic encephalopathy linked to the DHDDS gene. The model is described as a major milestone in understanding this condition, which has been difficult to study due to the lack of faithful animal representations.
The new model closely mimics one of the human forms of the disease, allowing the team to observe how the disorder unfolds in a living system. By using this model, the researchers aim to uncover the biological mechanisms that drive the encephalopathy, potentially opening the door to future therapeutic approaches.
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