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Chromosome 11: gene for dopamine receptors, Matt Ridley
Description:
Interviewee: Matt Ridley
DNAi Location:
Genome>tour>genome spots>Dopamine receptor
Location: chromosome 11
gene name: D4DR (dopamine receptor)
This gene on chromosome 11 appears to influence personality. The protein produced from this gene is a receptor for the neurotransmitter dopamine. Dopamine pathways control many aspects of the brain, including blood flow. If this gene contains many repeated sequences the person is less responsive to dopamine and more likely to seek external "thrills" in their lives.
Biological elements:
chromosome 11, dopamine receptors
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