Scientists defend theory that modern human brains evolved faster than Neanderthals

Researchers have published a response defending their controversial claim that a human brain gene called TKTL1 gave modern humans an evolutionary advantage in neurogenesis—the creation of new brain cells—compared to Neanderthals. The finding could reshape understanding of human cognitive development and has implications for studying brain evolution and genetic drivers of human intelligence.

Originaltitel: Response to Comment on "Human TKTL1 implies greater neurogenesis in frontal neocortex of modern humans than Neanderthals"