Specifically, the genes GLS1, KCC2a, kreisler, Lmx1b, Math1, Mecp2, PACAP, Phox2b-Atoh1, Atoh1, Jmjd3, Mafb, Rnx, STIM1, Tshz3, Vglut2, and UBB have been observed to induce apneic episodes upon manipulation. Here, MECP2 is linked to Apnea.