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UC Berkeley Study Links Brain Grooves to Cognitive Skills

5/22/2025

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A groundbreaking study from UC Berkeley reveals that the depth of tertiary sulci—distinct brain grooves—links to enhanced connectivity and reasoning skills in children and teens. This discovery highlights these grooves as potential biomarkers for cognitive performance and neurodevelopmental disorders, underscoring the critical role of individual brain structure in shaping cognitive abilities.

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A groundbreaking study from UC Berkeley reveals that the depth of tertiary sulci—distinct brain grooves—links to enhanced connectivity and reasoning skills in children and teens. This discovery highlights these grooves as potential biomarkers for cognitive performance and neurodevelopmental disorders, underscoring the critical role of individual brain structure in shaping cognitive abilities.