Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Behavioral Genetics and Its Designs01:23

Behavioral Genetics and Its Designs

1.1K
Behavior genetics explores how genetic inheritance influences human behavior. It focuses on how genes, passed from parents to offspring, contribute to the development of behavioral traits and tendencies. This branch of genetics seeks to understand the complex interplay between inherited genetic factors and environmental influences in shaping our behaviors.
The primary methodologies used in behavior genetics include family studies, twin studies, and adoption studies, each providing unique...
1.1K
Human Genetics01:28

Human Genetics

1.7K
Human genetics provides a profound framework for understanding the interplay between genetic predispositions and human psychology. At the heart of this discipline lies the study of how genes influence physical traits, behaviors, and susceptibility to diseases. Each person carries a unique genetic code that subtly or significantly shapes their psychological and behavioral landscape.
The complex relationship between genetics and psychology is observable through common biological components such...
1.7K
Genetic Screens02:46

Genetic Screens

5.8K
Genetic screens are tools used to identify genes and mutations responsible for phenotypes of interest. Genetic screens help identify individuals or a group of people at risk of developing  genetic diseases and help them with early intervention, targeted therapy, and reproductive options.
Forward genetic screens
Forward or “classical” genetic screens involve creating random mutations in an organism’s DNA using radiation, mutagens, or insertion of additional bases, which...
5.8K
Genomics02:02

Genomics

40.9K
Genomics is the science of genomes: it is the study of all the genetic material of an organism. In humans, the genome consists of information carried in 23 pairs of chromosomes in the nucleus, as well as mitochondrial DNA. In genomics, both coding and non-coding DNA is sequenced and analyzed. Genomics allows a better understanding of all living things, their evolution, and their diversity. It has a myriad of uses: for example, to build phylogenetic trees, to improve productivity and...
40.9K
Introduction to Biological Bases of Psychology01:30

Introduction to Biological Bases of Psychology

4.7K
Biopsychology serves as a vital bridge connecting the intricate domains of biology and psychology, shedding light on how biological systems influence psychological phenomena. This field scrutinizes the biological substrates of behavior and mental processes, emphasizing the nervous system along with the roles of neurotransmitters, hormones, and genetics. It also incorporates evolutionary perspectives to explain the adaptive nature of mental functions.
The nervous system, the cornerstone of...
4.7K
Causes of Social Behavior III: Biological and Environmental Influences01:28

Causes of Social Behavior III: Biological and Environmental Influences

341
Social behavior is a complex phenomenon that arises from the interaction between biological predispositions and environmental influences. This intricate interplay shapes how individuals think, feel, and act in various social contexts. Understanding these mechanisms requires insights from psychology, neuroscience, genetics, and evolutionary theory.Environmental Influences on Social BehaviorEnvironmental factors, including temperature, odors, and visual stimuli, play a crucial role in shaping...
341

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Paternal inheritance of a vulnerable opioid-taking phenotype in female rats.

bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology·2026
Same author

Genome-Wide Annotation of Promoter-Enhancer Interactions via Chromatin Loops in the Hybrid Rat Diversity Panel.

bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology·2026
Same author

Dynamics of genetic and somatic trade-offs in ageing and mortality.

Nature·2026
Same author

Cannabidiol dose modulates behavioral response to acute and repeated administration of Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabinol by strain and sex.

bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology·2026
Same author

Magnetic resonance microscopy maps widespread effects of Alzheimer's disease on brain structures and behavior in mice.

Nature neuroscience·2026
Same author

Evaluation of Choline Metabolic Genes in the Liver of the Dam as Candidates for Mediating Choline's Efficacy in Mitigating Ethanol-Induced Cell Death in the Neural Tube: A Preliminary Analysis.

Genes·2026
Same journal

Dissecting the Strain and Sex Specific Connectome Signatures of Unanesthetized C57BL/6J and DBA/2J Mice Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

Genes, brain, and behavior·2026
Same journal

Exploring the Association Between Mental Disorders and Various Arrhythmias via Mendelian Randomization Methods.

Genes, brain, and behavior·2026
Same journal

Genetic Architecture of Addiction-Relevant Behaviors in Outbred Sprague-Dawley Rats Reveals Loci for Anxiety-Like and Nociceptive Traits.

Genes, brain, and behavior·2026
Same journal

∆FOSB in the Nucleus Accumbens Core Is Required for Increased Anxiety, but Not Decreased Social Motivation, Following Estrogen Withdrawal in Female Mice.

Genes, brain, and behavior·2026
Same journal

Taste Preferences Shape Disease Susceptibility via Heritable Nutrient Predispositions: A Behavior-Gene Coevolution Framework.

Genes, brain, and behavior·2026
Same journal

Whisking Behaviour Reveals Stronger Evidence of Habituation in Homozygous Reeler Mice Compared to Controls.

Genes, brain, and behavior·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 17, 2026

A Pipeline using Bilateral In Utero Electroporation to Interrogate Genetic Influences on Rodent Behavior
06:59

A Pipeline using Bilateral In Utero Electroporation to Interrogate Genetic Influences on Rodent Behavior

Published on: May 21, 2020

4.7K

Post-genomic behavioral genetics: From revolution to routine.

D G Ashbrook1, M K Mulligan1, R W Williams1

  • 1Department of Genetics, Genomics and Informatics, University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, College of Medicine, Memphis, Tennessee.

Genes, Brain, and Behavior
|December 2, 2017
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

The decreasing cost of genomic sequencing enables deeper exploration of behavioral genetics and gene-environment interactions. Training behavioral scientists in omics approaches is crucial for advancing research in human and animal behavior.

Keywords:
GWASPheWASQTL mappingbehaviorcomplex traitsgenomicsomicsquantitative trait locusreverse geneticssystems genetics

More Related Videos

Automated, Quantitative Cognitive/Behavioral Screening of Mice: For Genetics, Pharmacology, Animal Cognition and Undergraduate Instruction
16:23

Automated, Quantitative Cognitive/Behavioral Screening of Mice: For Genetics, Pharmacology, Animal Cognition and Undergraduate Instruction

Published on: February 26, 2014

15.0K
Author Spotlight: Exploring Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms in Fruit Flies — Genetic Models and Behavioral Tests
08:30

Author Spotlight: Exploring Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms in Fruit Flies — Genetic Models and Behavioral Tests

Published on: September 6, 2024

2.7K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 17, 2026

A Pipeline using Bilateral In Utero Electroporation to Interrogate Genetic Influences on Rodent Behavior
06:59

A Pipeline using Bilateral In Utero Electroporation to Interrogate Genetic Influences on Rodent Behavior

Published on: May 21, 2020

4.7K
Automated, Quantitative Cognitive/Behavioral Screening of Mice: For Genetics, Pharmacology, Animal Cognition and Undergraduate Instruction
16:23

Automated, Quantitative Cognitive/Behavioral Screening of Mice: For Genetics, Pharmacology, Animal Cognition and Undergraduate Instruction

Published on: February 26, 2014

15.0K
Author Spotlight: Exploring Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms in Fruit Flies — Genetic Models and Behavioral Tests
08:30

Author Spotlight: Exploring Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms in Fruit Flies — Genetic Models and Behavioral Tests

Published on: September 6, 2024

2.7K

Area of Science:

  • Behavioral genetics
  • Neurogenetics
  • Quantitative genetics

Background:

  • Full-genome sequencing is now affordable and routine, shifting research focus from genome to phenome.
  • Large-scale clinical studies and experimental research are increasingly utilizing massive omics datasets.
  • Examples include the Women's Health Initiative, Million Veterans Program, and 100,000 Genomes Project.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight new trends and opportunities in behavioral genetics for behavioral scientists.
  • To address the need for training in omics approaches for researchers studying behavior.
  • To explore the genetic modulation of behavioral differences and gene-by-environment interactions.

Main Methods:

  • Leveraging large-scale clinical studies with hundreds of thousands of subjects.
  • Utilizing massive omics datasets in experimental neuro- and behavioral genetics research.
  • Quantitative analysis of behavior integrated with omics data.

Main Results:

  • Affordability of omics data facilitates exploration of genetic influences on behavior.
  • Gene-by-environment interactions are more practically studied with large datasets.
  • Omics data provides links to molecular, cellular, and circuit-level mechanisms underlying behavior.

Conclusions:

  • The accessibility of omics data opens new frontiers in behavioral genetics.
  • Enhanced training for behavioral scientists in omics is essential for future research.
  • This integration promises deeper understanding and improved treatments for behavioral conditions.