Explore (NY) May 2022 PMID 33712359

Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study.

Helané Wahbeh, Dean Radin, Garret Yount, Michael A Woodley Of Menie, Matthew A Sarraf, Marcela V Karpuj

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48
Peak: 10 in Mar 2021
across 4 sources since Mar 2021

Extended reach

142,403
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Total likes

32

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156

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Mar 2021 – Nov 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions showcase curiosity around the genetic findings, such as the specific mention of a GG to GA variant near the TNRC18 gene, and references to the study's implications, like 'Interesting differences on chromosome 7' and comments about the potential for genetic influence on psychic abilities. However, tone varies from scientific interest to skepticism, with comments like 'a wacky study' and references to limited evidence, which moderate the overall perceived impact.

AgreementLow agreement

Most discussions display skepticism or neutrality, with some participants acknowledging the limited findings and emphasizing the preliminary nature of the research.

InterestHigh interest

The discussion shows high curiosity, with numerous posts highlighting the genetic factors and pointing out interesting genetic variants, especially on chromosome 7.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific genetic details such as the GG to GA variant near the TNRC18 gene, indicating some deep engagement with the genetic data presented.

ImpactNeutral impact

While some posts comment on the significance and limitations of the study, there is little indication that they see it as having immediate high impact, reflecting cautious interpretations.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated whether a genetic component may influence psychic abilities by comparing 13 individuals claiming to have psychic skills with 10 controls using whole-exome sequencing.
  • The analysis found no significant differences in the protein-coding regions of the DNA between the two groups, but a difference was observed in a noncoding region near the TNRC18 gene, suggesting a potential area for further research.
  • Overall, the study provides limited evidence for a genetic basis of psychic ability, highlighting the complexity of identifying genetic markers for such traits.

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Craig
@buffcommacu · X

@TOEwithCurt @GarryPNolan Dr Nolan was on the initial work of this paper, but was not listed as a final author, any reason he stopped collaborating on this https://t.co/i6fU42neze

Apr 14, 2022 · 7 likes · 492 followers View post →
前低级经理X
@happypaidaxing · X

受这位姐妹启发,我开始搜索通灵能力和遗传基因的关系,原来你美有一个严肃科学家团队正在研究这个题目,已发论文 <Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study> 作者太天才了! 一看作者的照片和姓氏,那当然还是.... 德系犹太智力霸权! 犹太人,真的了不得,佩服 https://t.co/2sQTY9TgiL

Jan 29, 2024 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 3,786 followers View post →
Brad Stringer
@BradStringer · X

@GarryPNolan @JustCur75ACIM @BobKurbel @IWANTTOKNOWUK Thank you, Garry. This? Wahbeh H, Radin D, Yount G, Woodley Of Menie MA, Sarraf MA, Karpuj MV. Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study. Explore (NY). 2022 May-Jun;18(3):264-271. doi: 10.1016/j.explore.2021.02.014. Epub 2021 Mar 1. PMID: 33712359.

Sep 7, 2022 · 3 likes · 85 followers View post →
Eve.S.
@yeeseak · X

"Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study"

Oct 25, 2025 · 2 likes · 904 followers View post →
Haruhiko Okumura
@h_okumura · X

Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study https://t.co/Sr5eV9r5Kq 次のスレッドで解説されている https://t.co/BFu7ZAJsYS

May 4, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 37,758 followers View post →
Bruce R. Fenton
@GeologicalSETI · X

@ChrisLoeter Unfortunately there just aren't sufficient studies to look at those levels of the question, we are still at demonstration of effects other than one ambiguous genetics study https://t.co/Mnp9gFpsdw

Dec 1, 2024 · 1 like · 21,452 followers View post →

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Carpazium
@carpazium1 · X

@GeologicalSETI Another study https://t.co/wysCK7zCz0

Oct 26, 2025 · 1 like · 138 followers View post →
Kiki ☮️♥️☀️♀
@K8568088581417 · X

It’s a GG-to-GA variant in the non-coding region of the TNRC18 gene on chromosome 7. This variant appeared in most control subjects but was absent in ALL psychic subjects. Study: https://t.co/DMYkU8SC3A https://t.co/l3P2q7b5qb https://t.co/kKjpiJ8FDH

Oct 25, 2025 · 1 like · 922 followers View post →
Sergey @ science
@sergey_science · X

@jaQueenjones @BrianRoemmele @ObserveByProxy7 https://t.co/gpSFgLKhTE "However, a difference was observed in the intron (i.e., non-protein-coding region) adjacent to an exon in the TNRC18 gene (Trinucleotide Repeat-Containing Gene 18 Protein) on chromosome 7. This variation, an alteration of GG to GA, was found in 7 of 9

Oct 25, 2025 · 30 followers View post →
Eve.S.
@yeeseak · X

"Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study"

Oct 25, 2025 · 2 likes · 904 followers View post →
Woo Woo Believer
@Caffeinate53954 · X

Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study by Helané Wahbeh et al. 2021 https://t.co/hHRUoGtsTv

Sep 20, 2025 · 44 followers View post →
ἀλήθεια
@Ad_Astra93 · X

Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study - PubMed https://t.co/d9rOYPUiMU

Sep 12, 2025 · 1 like · 447 followers View post →
Jenelle152
@JenelleArcin1 · X

https://t.co/mujVYpl8nw

Jul 11, 2025 · 539 followers View post →
smokindemtweeds
@JimDand49783668 · X

@Product_007 @notcomplex_ The study "Genetics of Psychic Ability - A Pilot Case-Control Exome Sequencing Study" by Helané Wahbeh and colleagues, published in Explore (NY) in May-June 2022,

Mar 17, 2025 · 262 followers View post →
intrespekt
@intrespekt · X

@dazzalondon369 "bioinformatics" https://t.co/BnOJQc1E9o

Jan 31, 2025 · 4,677 followers View post →
Eve.S.
@yeeseak · X

https://t.co/oUAcGC0DOD Interesting differences on chromosome 7

Jan 22, 2025 · 1 like · 904 followers View post →
Eve.S.
@yeeseak · X

@kosmic_order @OMApproach https://t.co/oUAcGC0DOD

Jan 22, 2025 · 904 followers View post →
Bruce R. Fenton
@GeologicalSETI · X

@ChrisLoeter Unfortunately there just aren't sufficient studies to look at those levels of the question, we are still at demonstration of effects other than one ambiguous genetics study https://t.co/Mnp9gFpsdw

Dec 1, 2024 · 1 like · 21,452 followers View post →
eveningstar
@evening123456 · X

RT @happypaidaxing: 受这位姐妹启发,我开始搜索通灵能力和遗传基因的关系,原来你美有一个严肃科学家团队正在研究这个题目,已发论文 <Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequenc…

Sep 22, 2024 · 3 shares · 407 followers View post →
Mikon
@PEpigone · X

It runs in the family! https://t.co/boSH36zuRC

Sep 1, 2024 · 1 like · 299 followers View post →
⚕️ Rocky ⚕️
@AAWSAPRocky · X

@covertress https://t.co/GMXKCrdLek https://t.co/MmvnoLmnaR

Jun 16, 2024 · 1 like · 4,797 followers View post →
Dr. StormyWaters
@NormanDodd_knew · X

@SamMcGeeHall1 And here The genetics of psychic ability https://t.co/V2kLVNkzbi

Mar 24, 2024 · 1 like · 12,612 followers View post →
Oxy23
@oxyk23 · X

RT @MagicInTheNoise: @The_Astral_ Research suggests there aren't special genes that make people have stronger psychic ability. Rather, ther…

Mar 1, 2024 · 1 share · 64 followers View post →
MagicInTheNoise
@MagicInTheNoise · X

@The_Astral_ Research suggests there aren't special genes that make people have stronger psychic ability. Rather, there are genes that make people have no psi ability! Psi seems widespread but mostly undeveloped. But some poor humans have genes that make them "nulls". https://t.co/rs3C1S0YkJ

Feb 29, 2024 · 1 share · 511 followers View post →
✝️Great浙OfGod✝️
@greatTseq · X

RT @happypaidaxing: 受这位姐妹启发,我开始搜索通灵能力和遗传基因的关系,原来你美有一个严肃科学家团队正在研究这个题目,已发论文 <Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequenc…

Jan 29, 2024 · 3 shares · 170 followers View post →
Michelle Chen
@Michellech912 · X

RT @happypaidaxing: 受这位姐妹启发,我开始搜索通灵能力和遗传基因的关系,原来你美有一个严肃科学家团队正在研究这个题目,已发论文 <Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequenc…

Jan 29, 2024 · 3 shares · 21 followers View post →
前低级经理X
@happypaidaxing · X

受这位姐妹启发,我开始搜索通灵能力和遗传基因的关系,原来你美有一个严肃科学家团队正在研究这个题目,已发论文 <Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study> 作者太天才了! 一看作者的照片和姓氏,那当然还是.... 德系犹太智力霸权! 犹太人,真的了不得,佩服 https://t.co/2sQTY9TgiL

Jan 29, 2024 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 3,786 followers View post →
No Horizons
@1stmousecheese · X

@Fortean777 @EngagingThe Then there's this https://t.co/l8TSar4IPQ

Dec 23, 2023 · 1,442 followers View post →
Bruce R. Fenton
@GeologicalSETI · X

@JoshuaPorretta IONS has found a genetic hereditary link https://t.co/Mnp9gFpsdw

Sep 29, 2023 · 1 like · 21,452 followers View post →
Brad Stringer
@BradStringer · X

@GarryPNolan @JustCur75ACIM @BobKurbel @IWANTTOKNOWUK Thank you, Garry. This? Wahbeh H, Radin D, Yount G, Woodley Of Menie MA, Sarraf MA, Karpuj MV. Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study. Explore (NY). 2022 May-Jun;18(3):264-271. doi: 10.1016/j.explore.2021.02.014. Epub 2021 Mar 1. PMID: 33712359.

Sep 7, 2022 · 3 likes · 85 followers View post →
Craig
@buffcommacu · X

@TOEwithCurt @GarryPNolan Dr Nolan was on the initial work of this paper, but was not listed as a final author, any reason he stopped collaborating on this https://t.co/i6fU42neze

Apr 14, 2022 · 7 likes · 492 followers View post →
Lil' Import
@Rupert_akaRupee · X

RT @brainsturbator: "Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study" https://t.co/lPRJW6YH6e

Mar 30, 2022 · 4 shares · 579 followers View post →
ChillMinimalist
@chillminimalist · X

RT @brainsturbator: "Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study" https://t.co/lPRJW6YH6e

Mar 30, 2022 · 4 shares · 3,916 followers View post →
Michael Ostrolenk, MA, MFT
@mostrolenk · X

Genetics of Psychic Ability - A Pilot Case-control Exome Sequencing Study – IONS https://t.co/J0diBCQJGc https://t.co/6MT2aEkgpM

Feb 11, 2022 · 1 like · 7,066 followers View post →
がっちゃ
@take_gattcha · X

RT @h_okumura: Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study https://t.co/Sr5eV9r5Kq 次のスレッドで解説されている https://t.c…

May 4, 2021 · 1 share · 2,149 followers View post →
Haruhiko Okumura
@h_okumura · X

Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study https://t.co/Sr5eV9r5Kq 次のスレッドで解説されている https://t.co/BFu7ZAJsYS

May 4, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 37,758 followers View post →
Nephi Walton
@geneticks · X

Well this puts a damper on my plan to use gene editing to give myself psychic ability... Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing st... https://t.co/af1WuoSVwK

Mar 17, 2021 · 1 like · 176 followers View post →
Andrian Petrelli
@AndrianPetrelli · X

RT @Neuro_Skeptic: Genetics of psychic ability - a whole-exome sequencing study https://t.co/SXase6RAg3 A wacky study but an honest conclus…

Mar 16, 2021 · 9 shares · 19 followers View post →
sic
@kimvie · X

RT @Neuro_Skeptic: Genetics of psychic ability - a whole-exome sequencing study https://t.co/SXase6RAg3 A wacky study but an honest conclus…

Mar 15, 2021 · 9 shares · 2,529 followers View post →
Pablo Munoz
@pablo_jack · X

RT @Neuro_Skeptic: Genetics of psychic ability - a whole-exome sequencing study https://t.co/SXase6RAg3 A wacky study but an honest conclus…

Mar 15, 2021 · 9 shares · 3,867 followers View post →
Rosaura Brisuela @roswitta.bsky.social
@Roswitamind · X

RT @Neuro_Skeptic: Genetics of psychic ability - a whole-exome sequencing study https://t.co/SXase6RAg3 A wacky study but an honest conclus…

Mar 14, 2021 · 9 shares · 1,283 followers View post →
Ettore Ambrosini
@EttAmbros · X

RT @Neuro_Skeptic: Genetics of psychic ability - a whole-exome sequencing study https://t.co/SXase6RAg3 A wacky study but an honest conclus…

Mar 14, 2021 · 9 shares · 323 followers View post →
UniversalMind_0
@sentience0HomoU · X

RT @Neuro_Skeptic: Genetics of psychic ability - a whole-exome sequencing study https://t.co/SXase6RAg3 A wacky study but an honest conclus…

Mar 14, 2021 · 9 shares · 20 followers View post →
Dr. Nicole M. Fellouris, Ph.D, CISSP, ILO, SME, EH
@DrNikkiPhDSME · X

RT @Neuro_Skeptic: Genetics of psychic ability - a whole-exome sequencing study https://t.co/SXase6RAg3 A wacky study but an honest conclus…

Mar 14, 2021 · 9 shares · 2,935 followers View post →
TrollColors
@TrollColors · X

RT @Neuro_Skeptic: Genetics of psychic ability - a whole-exome sequencing study https://t.co/SXase6RAg3 A wacky study but an honest conclus…

Mar 14, 2021 · 9 shares · 1,262 followers View post →
SexGenomics
@sexgenomics · X

Genetics of psychic ability - A pilot case-control exome sequencing study https://t.co/1piJCMv47e

Mar 14, 2021 · 813 followers View post →