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University of Surrey: Scientists Discover the Genes That Influence When Babies Start Walking
May 07, 2025
GUILFORD, England, May 7 -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release:

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Scientists discover the genes that influence when babies start walking

The age at which babies take their first steps is strongly influenced by their genes, according to new research from the University of Surrey.

In the first study of its kind, scientists analysed the genetic information of more than 70,000 infants. They identified 11 genetic markers . . .

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