Dermatoglyphics, and its role in recognizing multiple intelligence. Isnani A. S. Suryono, Dept. Histologi, FKUI Jakarta
What is dermatoglyphics? Greek: derma = skin, glyph = carving. Is the scientific study of epidermal / skin ridges. All primates have ridged skin. Human: fingers, palms, toes & soles. Applications of dermatoglyphics: Mostly in anthropology & genetic studies. Enable to have accurate insight how brain works. Applied the science to education, psychology & personal development.
History of Dermatoglyphics Skin on fingertips, palmar & plantar surfaces of man is grooved by curious ridges, which form a variety of configurations. These ridge configurations have attracted attention of laymen for millennia. Have also evoked serious interest of scientists for centuries. In 17th century, Anatomist: Bidloo provided description of ridge detail. Since then additional information has been added by anthropologists, biologists & geneticists.
For the last 2 centuries, the fact that each individual s ridge configurations are unique has been utilized as a means of personal identification especially by law enforcement officials. In the last decades of the 20th century a widespread of medical interest in epidermal ridges developed, when it became apparent that many patients with chromosomal aberrations had unusual ridge formations. Due to the inherent variability of skin ridge configurations, conclusions of ridge abnormalities can only be drawn in groups of patients, but not always in a given individual.
1943, Cummin & Midlo published a monograph on epidermal ridges, it provided interesting info on the historical development of the scientific study, & invaluable advice on how to record & analyze epidermal ridge configurations. Back in 1926, Cummin & Midlo also coined the name dermatoglyphics (derma = skin; glyphics = carvings) for the scientific study of the ridges as well as the ridges themselves. This label has now gained universal acceptance. Genetic & anthropologic aspects of dermatoglyphics are dealt with in more recent publications i.e. Cummins & Midlo, 1961; Martin & Saller, 1962; Holt, 1968; Loeffler, 1969. 1976, Schaumann & Alter aims to provide an illustrated guide to ridge analysis & also bring together widely scattered recent & older info on dermatoglyphic studies in medical disorders.
purkinje s 9 types of finger pattern (1823) Archs: the 1. Plain arch 2. Tented arch, Loops: the 3. Oblique stripe (Loop, ulnar / radial) 4. Oblique loop (loop, ulnar / radial) Whorls: the 5. Almond 6. Spiral 7. Ellipse 8. Circle 9. Double whorl
purkinje s 9 types of finger pattern (1823) 1. Plain arch 2. Tented arch
purkinje s 9 types of finger pattern (1823) 3. Oblique stripe 4. Oblique loop
purkinje s 9 types of finger pattern (1823) 5. Almond whorl 6. Spiral whorl
purkinje s 9 types of finger pattern (1823) 7. Ellipse 8. Circle
purkinje s 9 types of finger pattern (1823) 9. Double whorl Demikian contoh 9 pola sidik jari, yang komposisinya pada seseorang menunjukkan gambaran kepribadian/ keminatan khusus akan bidang ilmu khusus. Namun mengenai hal ini perjalanan penelitian masih akan panjang sebelum dunia bisa memanfaatkannya dengan baik dan bertanggung jawab.
Dermatoglyphic development Prenatal testosterone, stimulation of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) NGF = polypeptide hormone
Embryogenesis & genetics
Histology of skin ridges
NGF & EGF NGF In vitro application to appropriately typed & aged neurons, showed: increase of mitotic division, induce differentiation & increase of cell survival rate. = chemical gradient, directing neurit growth. Present in developing fetus, beginning 4 months Secretion stimulated by testosterone, affect dermatoglyphics formation. Bonnevie hypothesized the relationship between ridge formation & underlying nerve network. (1932) Dell & Munger very convincing argument afferent nerve fibers serve as grid to guide dermal ridge arrangement.
NGF & EGF EGF Hypothetically related to dermatoglyphic development. Primary effect in differentiation of ectodermallyderived tissues, including skin & brain. Related to neural development (Morrison, Leslie & Bradshaw 1987 & Nieto-Sampedro 1988) With testosterone & NGF, are present in both sexes (Zaaijer & Price, 1971), during critical period of dermatogl development.
Dermatoglyphics in education Science of comparing, analyzing, and qualifying the patterns of skin ridges & fingerprints. Give a comprehensive insight into a person s inborn intelligence, potential, learning style, tendencies etc. Is permanent.
Fingerprint analysis Renown dermatoglyphics & medical scientists have revealed that epidermal ridges have direct and scientific relationship with genetic codes of brain cells & inherent intelligence potential. Science of dermatoglyphics have revealed patterns of how brain works.
Benefits of fingerprint report Knowing hidden potentials How one learn & the fastest way one learn Understanding conscious & subconscious thought Recognizing strength & weaknesses Help choose right course of study Career guidance for college graduates Character profiling Stress management Compatibility & communication suggestions for couples!
Benefits of fingerprint report = genetic blueprint. Defines character, Inborn potential, Differences in one s multiple intelligence Learning style Other psychological aspects.
Benefits of fingerprint report It helps to reveal our: Strengths & weaknesses Dominant intelligence Thinking approach Learning style 9 mental powers Horizontal, vertical & abstract thinking Thus reveal one s true self, allowing better management of time & resources, giving clearer direction in life..
gardner s multiple intelligence 1. Linguistic/verbal 2. Logical mathematical 3. Musical 4. Bodily-kinesthetic 5. Spatial / visual 6. Interpersonal 7. Intrapersonal 8. Naturalistic Other intelligences: Spiritual Existential Moral Emotional Adversity
1. Creation 2. Intuition 3. Volition 4. Concept 5. Reasoning 6. Judgment 7. Communication 8. Association 9. Memory 9 Mental powers
Hubungan antara peta sidik jari dengan kemampuan inteligensi Masih banyak yang perlu dipelajari, Terutama dari aspek embriologi oleh karena pembentukan dermatoglifi terjadi pada masa yang sama dengan perkembang susunan saraf pusat.
References. Jamison CS. Testosterone, Nerve Growth Factor and Epidermal Growth Factor. In: Trends in dermatoglyphic research. Schaumann B, Alter M. Embryogenesis and genetics of epidermal ridges, In: Dermatoglyphics in medical disorders. New York; Springer-verlag: 1976, p.1-11 Schaumann B, Alter M. In: Dermatoglyphics in medical disorders. New York; Springer-verlag: 1976, p.27-51 Fingerprints & palmar dermatoglyphics. Ibrahim RA. Setiap anak unik & istimewa. Educare/No. 10/III/Januari 2007. h.7-9 Simanjuntak E. Melihat kecerdasan anak lewat sidik jari. Harian Global, 10 Oktober 2006. h.19