The Evolution of the Human Brain: Gene Expression and Cell Specialization
How Specialized Gene Expression Shapes the Human Brain
The human brain stands apart as an organ of extraordinary complexity and capability, yet it shares an overwhelming majority of its genetic material with our closest relatives, chimpanzees. What distinguishes human cognitive and neurological traits is not merely the presence of unique genes but how they are expressed. A new study1 led by researchers from …
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