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Silent X chromosome genes 'reawaken' in older females, perhaps boosting brain power, study finds


Females have one active X chromosome and one dormant X chromosome in each cell. But a study suggests that genes on the dormant X get "reawakened" later in life, potentially giving the brain a boost.

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