# X chromosome gene may reduce autism rates in women and girls

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1 outlet covering · First listed: New Scientist, Nov 9, 2026, 11:00 AM · Read it: <https://www.newscientist.com/article/2598114-x-chromosome-gene-may-reduce-autism-rates-in-women-and-girls/>

A gene called ZFX exerts powerful effects on an entire network of genes linked to autism, which may help explain why the condition is less common in females

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- Nov 9, 2026, 11:00 AM: [X chromosome gene may reduce autism rates in women and girls](<https://www.newscientist.com/article/2598114-x-chromosome-gene-may-reduce-autism-rates-in-women-and-girls/>) — New Scientist (Magazine, United Kingdom)
  A gene called ZFX exerts powerful effects on an entire network of genes linked to autism, which may help explain why the condition is less common in females