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Should we screen kids’ genes to ‘predict’ how successful they’ll be in school?

Many factors boost a child’s chance of success in school — like having wealthy parents who can afford tutors. But recent research has raised another possibility — one that is discomforting to many — the idea that scientists might someday be able to spot the genetic markers associated with academic performance. This story also appeared […]