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A hidden gene finally explains this rare neurological disorder

Science Daily · Jun 13, 2026, 7:32 AM

Why this matters: new research or scientific developments with potential real-world impact.

Scientists have uncovered a surprising new genetic cause of a rare movement disorder after analyzing nearly 3,000 patients with conditions affecting coordination and muscle control. The team identified mutations in a gene called CD99L2, previously linked only to the immune system, and showed that it

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