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For Immediate Release
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
12:00 pm U.S. Pacific Time (UTC-05:00)
WHEN:
Saturday through Wednesday, Oct. 18-22, 2014
WHERE:
American Society of Human Genetics 2014 Annual Meeting
San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
WHAT:
Invited and platform (oral) sessions and other presentations of the latest human genetics research related to neurological conditions and mental health:
Sunday, Oct. 19, 1:30-3:30 pm, Room 6AB
Platform Session: Genomic studies of autism
Sunday, Oct. 19, 1:30-3:30 pm, Room 29
Platform Session: Genetics and mechanisms in neurological disorders
- 1:30-1:45 pm: Mutations in TENM4, a regulator of axon guidance and central myelination, cause essential tremor
Hyun Hor, Center for Genomic Regulation, et al
Sunday, Oct. 19, 1:30-3:30 pm, Room 20BC
Platform Session: New genes, incidental findings and unexpected observations revealed by exome sequencing
- 2:30-2:45 pm: Genome sequencing identifies major causes of severe intellectual disability
Christian Gilissen, PhD, Radboud University, et al
Monday, Oct. 20, 4:30-6:30 pm, Room 6DE
Platform Session: Genetics of complex neuropsychiatric disorders
- 4:30-4:45 pm: Vertical transmission of autism spectrum disorder
Neil J. Risch, PhD, UC San Francisco, et al
Monday, Oct. 20, 4:30-6:30 pm, Room 20BC
Platform Session: Genome Variation and its Impact on Autism and Brain Development
- 5:45-6:00 pm: The 16p11.2 locus modulates brain structures common to autism, schizophrenia and obesity
Sebastien Jacquemont, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, et al
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 4:30-6:30 pm, Room 6CF
Platform Session: Genomic studies of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 4:30-6:30 pm, Room 20A
Platform Session: Therapy for genetic disorders
- 5:15-5:30 pm: Impact of early hormonal therapy (EHT) on the neurobehavioral profile of boys with 47,XXY (Klinefelter Syndrome) at 9 years of age
Carole A. Samango-Sprouse, EdD, Neurodevelopmental Diagnostic Center for Young Children, et al
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 9:00-11:00 am, Room 30
Invited Session: Genetics of sleep and circadian disorders
Moderators: Juliane Winkelman, MD, Stanford University; and Emmanuel Mignot, MD, PhD, Stanford Center for Sleep Science and Medicine
Ongoing: Posters Open for Viewing, Exhibit Hall E
Psychiatric Genetics, Neurogenetics, and Neurodegeneration, Posters 1120-1361
About the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG)
Founded in 1948, the American Society of Human Genetics is the primary professional membership organization for human genetics specialists worldwide. Its nearly 8,000 members include researchers, academicians, clinicians, laboratory practice professionals, genetic counselors, nurses, and others with an interest in human genetics. The Society serves scientists, health professionals, and the public by providing forums to: (1) share research results through the ASHG Annual Meeting and in The American Journal of Human Genetics; (2) advance genetic research by advocating for research support; (3) educate current and future genetics professionals, health care providers, advocates, policymakers, educators, students, and the public about all aspects of human genetics; and (4) promote genetic services and support responsible social and scientific policies. For more information, visit: http://www.ashg.org.
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