Maitreyee Thakkar · Business · 2026-09-06
Why are some people more curious, organised or compassionate than others? Huge
Huge genetic study uncovers over 1200 variants linked to personality. Researchers combined data from 46 cohorts involving between 611,037 and 1.14 million participants. Researchers focused on the widely used Big Five model: extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, neuroticism and openness to experience. But the numbers should not be mistaken for a genetic blueprint.
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