Chloride ions do more than help neurons fire—they may also help control how genes are expressed

Chloride ions, best known for helping cells maintain fluid balance and electrical stability, may also play a more direct role in regulating brain development than previously thought. In a new study, published in the journal Science Signaling, scientists have found that the ions can alter the activity of a key RNA-processing enzyme, resulting in severe neurodevelopmental disorders.

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