Brain dynamics and cognition share genetic roots. Criticality may guide future brain health research. A recent study published on June 24 in PNAS presents strong evidence that brain criticality—the de ...

A study led by Dr. Li Chuanyun from the Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences ...

There's a myth floating around that most of our intelligence is inherited from our mothers, but there are a few good reasons ...

By comparing identical twins (who share nearly 100% of their genes) with fraternal twins (who share about 50%), researchers can estimate the relative contributions of genetics and environment.

Environmental factors such as lifestyle and the medications you take influence the effects your genes have on your body − and can clarify how diseases develop.