Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Gaia Berto"
- Gaia Berto's research primarily focuses on the roles of specific kinases, such as CIT and KIF1BP, in the development and pathology of neurological disorders including primary microcephaly, Down syndrome, and medulloblastoma.
- Her studies utilize human brain organoids and various genetic models to unveil the cellular mechanisms behind brain size regulation, neuronal differentiation, and tumor growth suppression, highlighting the importance of kinase activity in these processes.
- Recent findings indicate that inhibiting CIT kinase activity can significantly reduce growth in certain medulloblastoma subtypes and that specific small RNAs play a vital role in neuroprotection following spinal cord injuries, underscoring potential therapeutic targets for brain-related diseases.
