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January 2, 2013

You Could Have Been So Much Brighter

Hank Pellissier, Transhumanity


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Is our intelligence defined by our chromosomal inheritance? No. Far from it. Experts assert only 50% of IQ is based on genetics. Environment determines the remaining half. This provides ample opportunity for growth - if we create IQ-enriching habits and habitats we can increase the mental health of every new child, substantially enlarging their IQ.

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