Nat Rev Neurosci March 2010 PMID 20145623

The neuroscience of human intelligence differences.

Ian J Deary, Lars Penke, Wendy Johnson

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The overall tone is supportive but analytical, as discussions cite numerous scientific studies, such as Deary et al. (2010), to back claims about genetics and brain efficiency being key to intelligence, with language that emphasizes the importance ('robustly correlated') and ongoing debate ('nice hypothesis, but incorrect') about the biological basis of human differences.

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Most discussions support the findings, citing studies like Deary et al. (2010) that highlight genetic and neural efficiency factors in intelligence.

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Participants show moderate interest, referencing multiple scientific studies and engaging with detailed explanations of neural and genetic mechanisms.

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Posts include references to research papers, critiques, and debates on the biological basis of intelligence, indicating active engagement.

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The discussions seem to shape opinions about the scientific understanding of intelligence, though some debate about specifics suggests a moderate influence.

Abstract in brief

  • Neuroscience is helping us understand the biological basis of why people have different levels of intelligence, mainly through genetics and brain imaging.
  • Studies show that genetics play a role in intelligence, with additive genetic effects influencing cognitive abilities, and brain imaging reveals differences in brain pathways like the parietofrontal areas that relate to intelligence.
  • Research also indicates that a more efficient brain, functioning better in these pathways, is associated with higher intelligence.]

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stevemur
@stevemur · X

@Conjecturist @G0ADM That's a nice hypothesis, but incorrect. For instance, Deary et al. (2010), "The neuroscience of human intelligence differences" concluded that differences in neural efficiency (e.g., speed of information processing) are at least partly genetically determined, and correlate

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ow_kurt
@ow_kurt · X

@Orca_nada @po3a120 @ImplantandoM @brainletbr https://t.co/ICyrXpb7tc https://t.co/igqsWpmb9S https://t.co/kUDiPfl1qn

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Anthony Ellis
@skydog811 · X

https://t.co/esDeng8sRT

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Anthony Ellis
@skydog811 · X

The neuroscience of human intelligence differences https://t.co/PYBjJSdV1R

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Lifeboat Foundation
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The neuroscience of human intelligence differences https://t.co/UDic8WtdrF

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Questions and Answers
@Quests_Ans · X

@DeReal_Francis @_wilywale @osiberu @smooth_crimin_l Deary et al. (2010) – Brain Volume & Cognitive Ability Deary, I. J., Penke, L., & Johnson, W. (2010). The neuroscience of human intelligence differences.** *Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 11*(3), 201–211. https://t.co/CKFxxNimgP "General intelligence (g) is robustly correlated

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Ummmmm
@setbax2greenbax · X

@Channel5iveNews Carroll, J. B. (1993) https://t.co/egAcw7oXx7 Jensen, A. R. (1998) https://t.co/jItsdFLjEz Deary, I. J., Penke, L., & Johnson, W. (2010) https://t.co/Eg9kqDlOwA McGrew, K. S. (2009) https://t.co/5lIsm95lgj Jung, R. E., & Haier, R. J. (2007) https://t.co/SO5tFYYPai

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stevemur
@stevemur · X

@Conjecturist @G0ADM That's a nice hypothesis, but incorrect. For instance, Deary et al. (2010), "The neuroscience of human intelligence differences" concluded that differences in neural efficiency (e.g., speed of information processing) are at least partly genetically determined, and correlate

Jun 25, 2025 · 66 likes · 8,509 followers View post →
Questions and Answers
@Quests_Ans · X

@DeReal_Francis @_wilywale @osiberu @smooth_crimin_l Deary et al. (2010) – Brain Volume & Cognitive Ability Deary, I. J., Penke, L., & Johnson, W. (2010). The neuroscience of human intelligence differences.** *Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 11*(3), 201–211. https://t.co/CKFxxNimgP "General intelligence (g) is robustly correlated

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Martin
@Martincph24 · X

@dcorell @_wrong_address_ @LarsAnders1620 @KirkegaardEmil @sorenpind Deary IJ, Penke L, Johnson W. The neuroscience of human intelligence differences. Nat Rev Neurosci. 2010 Mar;11(3):201-11. doi: 10.1038/nrn2793. Epub 2010 Feb 10. PMID: 20145623.

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Anthony Ellis
@skydog811 · X

https://t.co/esDeng8sRT

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ow_kurt
@ow_kurt · X

@Orca_nada @po3a120 @ImplantandoM @brainletbr https://t.co/ICyrXpb7tc https://t.co/igqsWpmb9S https://t.co/kUDiPfl1qn

Jan 2, 2025 · 1 like · 142 followers View post →
ow_kurt
@ow_kurt · X

@jayanauhnana @matheus_ma94937 @o_mateusmaia @brainletbr eu tinha pelo menos centenas ou dezenas de estudos sobre isso que mostravam diferenças cranianas, de pré-cortex frontal, nuca e muito mais. https://t.co/igqsWpmb9S

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ow_kurt
@ow_kurt · X

@jayanauhnana @matheus_ma94937 @o_mateusmaia @brainletbr se a sua argumentação é falar que somos diferentes nos esportes por questões anatômicas, eu também poderia dizer que somos diferentes no intelecto por questões anatômicas. Mulheres, homens, asiáticos, amarelos, negros possuem cérebros diferentes. https://t.co/igqsWpmb9S https://t.co/BWjtKaBJ6R

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Anthony Ellis
@skydog811 · X

The neuroscience of human intelligence differences https://t.co/PYBjJSdV1R

Oct 27, 2022 · 53,331 followers View post →
Lifeboat Foundation
@LifeboatHQ · X

The neuroscience of human intelligence differences https://t.co/UDic8WtdrF

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