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Posted: 2025-08-13 20:30:23 UTC
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Scientists have identified HAR123, a human-accelerated region of the genome, as a key factor in the unique abilities of the human brain, particularly cognitive flexibility. This genetic switch influences brain cell development and may offer insights into brain evolution and disorders like autism.
HAR123 is a transcriptional enhancer controlling brain gene activation.
Linked to cognitive flexibility, a distinctly human trait.
The human HAR123 functions differently than the chimpanzee version, influencing brain development uniquely.
Offers a new molecular link between brain evolution and conditions like autism.
Understanding the precise mechanisms by which HAR123 influences brain development.
Determining the full range of cognitive functions affected by HAR123.
Exploring the implications of HAR123 for understanding and treating brain disorders like autism.