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Can acquired knowledge be passed on in DNA?
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Can acquired knowledge be passed on in DNA?
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The traditional answer is no - your kids cannot inherit your acquired knowledge.
I have read recenty that an individual's DNA changes over the years. This suggests acquired memories can be passed on.
Does any serious scientist consider that is possible?
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Can acquired knowledge be passed on in DNA?
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Thanks for the interesting question. This is actually a topic that we examined in some detail in a recent Question of the Week.
Here's the link:
http://www.thenakedscientists.com/forum/index.php?topic=31931.0
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