What makes us human? A biased view from the perspective of comparative embryology and mouse genetics
2006
What Makes Us Human?
Commentary
Author Information
Author(s): André M. Goffinet
Primary Institution: Developmental Neurobiology Unit, University of Louvain Medical School
Hypothesis
What is so special about our brain and cerebral cortex?
Conclusion
To understand our cerebral cortex better, we need more comparative studies of embryonic development across various species.
Supporting Evidence
- Understanding human nature requires a broader perspective on brain evolution.
- Comparative studies of brain development in various species are essential.
- The rodent cortex is not a perfect model for understanding human cortical evolution.
Takeaway
This commentary discusses how our brain makes us human and emphasizes the need to study brain development in different species, not just humans and mice.
Limitations
The commentary highlights the limitations of focusing solely on human and rodent models for understanding brain evolution.
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