Editorial

Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Role in Autism Remains Elusive: A Flashback on the Route That Has Brought Us Here

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Rahmani F, Rezaei N. Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Role in Autism Remains Elusive: A Flashback on the Route That Has Brought Us Here. Acta Med Iran. 2018;55(12):733-735.