The Dichotomy of Leisure Experience in People with High IQ: A Reflection
Having a high intelligence quotient (IQ), ranging from 147 to 160, is often associated with great intellectual advantages, such as quick thinking, creativity and a capacity for complex understanding. However, the emotional and social challenges that accompany this gift are rarely discussed. Among these difficulties, the ability to fully enjoy leisure time stands out. People […]
Has the Age of Artificial Intelligence in Science begun?
By Claus D. Volko When the Nobel Prizes were announced this year (2024), many people were initially shocked at seeing that the decision had been made to give the Nobel Prize in Physics to two researchers in Artificial Intelligence (AI), one of whom did not even have a physics degree. But the Nobel Prize in […]
Modeling Monkeypox Outbreak with the refined SEIR Model Including Vital Dynamics
Author Bryne Tan Research Summary The Monkeypox (Mpox) outbreak has re newed interest in using infectious dis ease modeling to predict and manage its spread. In this study, we apply an enhanced Susceptible-Exposed-Infectious Recovered (SEIR) model to the Mpox epi demic in the United States, incorporating vital dynamics such as births and deaths to account for long-term […]
Opinion Article: Brain Homeostasis in Gifted Individuals and the Dynamics of Cognitive Balance
By Dr. Fabiano de Abreu Agrela The understanding of cognitive giftedness, often centered on the concept of high IQ, has advanced significantly in recent decades. However, the traditional interpretation, which assumes that high IQ alone confers unquestionable advantages on the individual, neglects the complexities of brain homeostasis. Based on recent analyses and innovative concepts, such […]
Why Does the ISI Society Gather the World’s Most Intelligent People?
Leading high IQ societies play a crucial role in grouping individuals with exceptional cognitive abilities. They set stringent admission criteria, requiring proof of IQ through scientifically validated and supervised tests, eliminating any doubts about the authenticity of the results. These tests are often employed in research studies that explore the nature of intelligence and its […]
Most common traits in gifted people
By Dr. Fabiano de Abreu Agrela Rodrigues Giftedness is a term used to describe individuals who have an intelligence quotient (IQ) significantly above average, generally above 130. In addition to high IQ, these people often display a set of characteristic behavioral and cognitive traits. However, the expression of these traits can be influenced by neurodivergence, […]
Neuroscience of Giftedness: Uncovering Brain Differences and the Challenges of High Potential
Neuroscience has uncovered the unique characteristics of the brains of gifted individuals, revealing structural and functional differences that contribute to their exceptional abilities, but also present specific challenges. Neuroimaging studies point to an increase in the volume and connectivity of the prefrontal cortex, the area responsible for executive functions such as attention, planning and decision-making, […]
A deep sense of justice, empathy and strong logical-analytical skills are components of those with over 145 IQ points
The study “Höchstbegabte Erwachsene: Ihr persönliches Erleben der Begabung und ihre Erfahrung mit Psychotherapie”, led by Christina Heil, explores the subjective experiences of highly gifted adults and their experiences with psychotherapy. The research included 72 participants with an IQ of 145 or higher, using a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews and analysis of personal accounts. […]
Difference Between Giftedness (2SD) and Profound Giftedness (3SD)
The scientific literature on giftedness is extensive, yet there remains a lack of deep studies on individuals with exceptionally high IQs, classified as 3 standard deviations above the mean (3SD), also known as profound giftedness. This paucity of data stems both from the rarity of this population and the methodological challenges of studying such a […]
13-year-old Brazilian is a medalist in the International Mathematical Olympiad
The young Chilean-Brazilian Gabriel Bastos Andrade, only 13 years old, was featured in the last edition of the International Mathematical Aptitude Olympiad (GJMAT – Global Junior Math Aptitud test). Gabriel has 155 IQ points, is a member of three High IQ Societies — Intertel, IIS and the ISI Society, one of the most restricted in the […]