Hans Schroder, Michigan State University (IMAGE) Michigan State University Caption A study led by Michigan State University's Hans Schroder, standing, suggests that simply telling people that hard work trumps genetics causes positive changes in the brain and may make them willing to try harder. Credit Michigan State University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.