In about one out of every 1,000 pregnancies, the neural tube, a key nervous system structure, fails to close properly.

By examining genetic clues that linger in adult cells, scientists have now gained surprising insights into the developmental ...

When do peripheral nerves develop? Researchers used "mosaic barcodes" to prove that neural crest cells commit to their ...

How does the neural tube close? A new study uses physics-based modeling to reveal the actin "purse-string" mechanism and cellular coordination that prevents spina bifida.

Babies who were exposed to certain organic pollutants in the womb are at a highly increased risk of neural tube defects leading to conditions such as spina bifida, according to researchers in China.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . One study found a reduced risk for neural tube defects when folic acid was used before and during pregnancy. The ...

Taking folic acid supplements before conception and in the first trimester of pregnancy continues to be a major line of defense against neural tube defects. The recommendation also aligns with ...

Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is essential for DNA synthesis, red blood cell production, and overall brain health. It plays a crucial role during pregnancy in preventing neural tube defects and ...