9.19J Cognitive & Behavioral Genetics, Spring 2001

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Nedivi, Elly
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Pinker, Steven
Date Issued
2001
Abstract
How genetics can add to our understanding of cognition, language, emotion, personality, and behavior. Use of gene mapping to estimate risk factors for psychological disorders and variation in behavioral and personality traits. Mendelian genetics, genetic mapping techniques, and statistical analysis of large populations and their application to particular studies in behavioral genetics. Topics also include environmental influence on genetic programs, evolutionary genetics, and the larger scientific, social, ethical, and philosophical implications
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Science - Biology - Genetics
Science - Biology - Neuroscience
Science - Cognitive Science
Social Science - Psychology
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Department of Biology
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