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Neurogenetics

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Neurogenetics is a branch of genetics that focuses on the study of the genetic basis of the development and function of the nervous system. It aims to understand how genes influence neurological disorders, behavior, and cognition, as well as develop potential therapies for genetic neurological conditions.

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