Neurodevelopment and epigenetics

Duration: 37 mins Publication Date: 30 Jul 2024 Next Review Date: 30 Jul 2027 DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13692

Description

In this talk, Marie Camerota explores how epigenetic research is advancing our understanding of child neurodevelopment. She introduces fundamental epigenetic concepts and mechanisms, explaining how environmental factors can influence gene expression without altering genetic code. Drawing from both animal studies and human research, Camerota discusses how early life experiences, including prenatal factors and maternal care, can shape children's developmental outcomes through epigenetic modifications. The talk examines current research linking epigenetic patterns to neurodevelopmental outcomes and explores promising directions for using epigenetic markers in understanding child development.

Learning Objectives

A. Understand the basics of epigenetics and how environmental factors influence gene expression in child neurodevelopment.
B. Explore how early life experiences, including prenatal factors and maternal care, can affect children's developmental outcomes through epigenetic changes.
C. Learn about current research on epigenetic patterns and their potential use in understanding and predicting neurodevelopmental outcomes in children.