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Building a Brainier Mouse.

Authors :
Tsien, Joe Z.
Source :
Scientific American. Apr 2000 282(4):62-68.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Describes a genetic engineering project to build an intelligent mouse. Cites understanding the molecular basis of learning and memory as a very important step. Concludes that while science will never create a genius mouse that plays the stock market, it can turn a mouse into a quick learner with a better memory. (YDS)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0036-8733
Volume :
282
Issue :
4
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Scientific American
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ607237
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive