Scientists at Shanghai Biochip Co. say they can uncover a person 's natural strengths . They are able to identify the genetic makeup of people who have certain traits, such as being good with numbers or having high intelligence and then use that information in their research. In the case of memory , the scientists examine the gene known as BDNF , the Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor gene . They test eleven genes that they say correspond to certain traits . Specific combinations of the genes can reveal predispositions for certain skills .
Scientists at Shanghai Biochip Co. say they can uncover a person 's natural strengths . They are able to identify the genetic makeup of people who have certain traits, such as being good with numbers or having high intelligence and then use that information in their research. They test eleven genes that they say correspond to certain traits . Specific combinations of the genes can reveal predispositions for certain skills .