The cerebellum may have played an important role in the evolution of the human brain: Study compares epigenetic modifications to DNA in the cerebellum of humans, chimpanzees and monkeys —

The cerebellum — a part of the brain once recognized mainly for its role in coordinating movement — underwent evolutionary changes that may have contributed to human culture, language and tool use, according to a new study.

Source: The cerebellum may have played an important role in the evolution of the human brain: Study compares epigenetic modifications to DNA in the cerebellum of humans, chimpanzees and monkeys — ScienceDaily

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