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Scientists Identify Genes Activated During Learning And Memory

Posted by samzenpus on from the programmed-to-learn dept.

Researchers have theorized that certain genes must be activated to alter neuron activity inside the brain for learning and memory to take place. Finding and cataloging all the genes involved in learning is a formidable job. Scientists have now developed a computational approach to provide a rapid way to identify the likely members of this sought-after set of genes.

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  1. Oh... Matrix! by catxk · · Score: 0, Offtopic

    So I can like artificially stimulate my brain to like learn Kung-Fu in an instant? Or why not this silly exam on third world ideologies...

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  2. Re:Well.... by nihaopaul · · Score: 1, Offtopic

    i wish i had mod points to mod the parent up, but sadly enough those who take offense after understanding what you meant will now mod me down

  3. Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine by roshanpv · · Score: 0, Offtopic

    Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration