Tag: University of Utah

Autism May Have Come From Ancestors, Scientists Say

Scientists from the University of Utah recently concluded that one’s ancestors—particularly where and when one’s grandparents and their children were born—may contribute to an increased risk of autism. Recently published in the International Journal of Health Geographics, the study reveals that ancestors’ genetics carry a significant risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)—with the strongest signal…


Authorities: Utah’s Ty Jordan Died in Accidental Shooting

DALLAS—Ty Jordan, a star freshman running back for the University of Utah, died at a Dallas-area hospital after accidently shooting himself, authorities said Sunday. University officials announced Jordan’s death Saturday, a day after he was named Pac-12’s newcomer of the year, but did not release details. Jordan, 19, died in an emergency room at a…


University: Utah Star Freshman Running Back Ty Jordan Dead

DALLAS—Ty Jordan, a star freshman running back for the University of Utah who grew up in the Dallas area, has died, school officials announced Saturday. Authorities in Texas and Utah have not released details about the circumstances of the Jordan’s death. A day earlier, the 19 year old was named Pac-12’s newcomer of the year….