This Month in Genetics

The idea that creative genius and mental illness can go hand-in-hand is not a new one, but exploring this link from the point of view of overlapping common variation is. Power et al. established a risk-scoring system for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder by using markers identified in multiple prior genome-wide association studies. They next sought an association between these same risk scores and creativity, defined by membership in national artistic societies for endeavors such as dance and visual arts.
Source: The American Journal of Human Genetics - Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Tags: Editors' Corner Source Type: research