What is epigenetics? - Carlos Guerrero-Bosagna

Here’s a conundrum: Identical twins originate from the same DNA ... so how can they turn out so different — even in traits that have a significant genetic component? Carlos Guerrero-Bosagna explains that while nature versus nurture has a lot to do with it, a deeper, related answer can be found within something called epigenetics.

Lesson by Carlos Guerrero-Bosagna, animation by Chris Bishop.

[dropj]

It amazes me how this channel succeeds in targeting a widely diverged age demographic without making it to hard for younger audience or to childish for adults. it explains extremely complicated stuff in a simplified way without making it dull. Thanks for this amazing channel and for enriching a lot of people's lives.

[sktergirl]

Learning about epigenetics was my favorite part of AP Biology. So fascinating.

[juanvictorcabrera]

Can I just say, I'm really impressed with the accuracy of the information in this video! Not that I would expect any disninformation, but given the complexity of the information given, it's wonderful to have this information for public awareness.

[xyronox]

How the heck do scientists figure this stuff out

[fienevandijk]

I'm an identical twin with glasses and pollen allergy, my twin has none of this. I didn't know I needed this video, 'till I saw it.

[kanizbristy]

I just had my Advanced Molecular Biology course, and Epigenetics was a huge part of that. I must say, the recommended read "Handbook of Epigenetics" took the life outta me. Didn't know these could be represented so easily, accurately and interestingly.

[sevanaiaseeto]

Epigenetics = genetic expression that alternates overtime in response to cellular physiology.

[BrawnyBuddha]

A subtle but effective motivator for me to continue dieting and exercising.
EDIT: And learning (which includes watching TED Ed videos lol)

[floraaaaa]

epigenética foi fantástico de estudar em biologia molecular quando cursei biomedicina, e apesar de parecer que eu não aprendi completamente como funciona toda vez que eu paro pra me aprofundar no assunto eu fico mais encantada, amo muito esse assunto!

[Chandra]

I love the study of epigenetics! A very in depth, yet simple subject that has the answers to so many things.

[anyersondavidpachecomier]

So we have to take care of ourselves, not only for ourselves, but also for our future children.

[saumyas]

Wow, what a video. Love the animation, content, graphics and the narration. Guys, Thank you so much!💐

[kateparker]

I was lost about 50 seconds in... But I still love this channel!

[EthanPowellMMA]

this video is nuts, great stuff so interesting I do biology at A-Level and I didnt really know about Epigenetics before this

[pete]

I heard if you keep your thoughts happy and maintain stress well, it legit manipulates your cells to perform better, combat sickness, and live longer.
Notice the little things today and appreciate this small instance in time♥️

[francestorreysirdevan]

So well explained! Thanks TED-Ed!! You guys are so awesome!

[ghorilll]

Love the way they explain everything in so simple, understandable language making the listeners learn the topic with interest💕

[mcphersonazubuike]

I have read and written a lot essays on topics which were related to epigentics and never has it so accurately simplified as was done in this videos.

[suadramirez]

Wow absolutely loved this. You made it so easy to undertand a complex term in 5 minutes. Thank you!!

[mariastankova]

This video is perfect, so easy to understand. Thank you so much. :)