Evolution of the Human Brain: the key roles of DHA (omega-3 fatty acid) and Δ6-desaturase gene
The process of hominization involves an increase in brain size. The development of hominids’ cognitive capital up to the emergence of Homo sapiens was due to interactive, iterative, and integrative coevolution, allowing positive selection. Although this depends on many factors, in this position pape...
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| Language: | English |
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EDP Sciences
2018-07-01
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| Series: | Oilseeds and fats, crops and lipids |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1051/ocl/2017059 |