Scientists at UCLA have created one of the first cellular-resolution molecular maps detailing how Down syndrome alters human brain development before birth—a resource that resolves longstanding ...

Two major studies have mapped how Down syndrome reshapes brain development before birth and traced the genetic evolution of a rare leukemia affecting children with the condition. UCLA researchers ...

Before age 5, a baby's brain grows rapidly, undergoing a uniquely important moment in development. Yet, many don't understand just how critical it is for setting a person's foundation for thriving.

What parents experience before conception and during pregnancy can leave a lasting impact on offspring brain development.