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Fragile X gene involved in sleep span

April 16, 2009February 19, 2010michelesolis

fruitflyThe genetic culprit in fragile X syndrome—a form of mental retardation frequently accompanied by autism—can alter how much fruit flies sleep, according to a study published in the Journal of Neuroscience.

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