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A 9-year-old in Pennsylvania is taking classes in neuroscience at Ursinus College

Aiden Wilkins of Montgomery County first began showing signs that he was unusually gifted at just 2 years old

Aiden says he ultimately wants to become a pediatric neurosurgeon

A 9-year-old prodigy in Pennsylvania is trading in recess for college lectures.

Aiden Wilkins of Montgomery County — who is already a high school sophomore — has begun taking courses at nearby Ursinus College. And while university classes may be new for Aiden, he’s always displayed an unusual talent for academics. His mother initially noticed his abilities when he could read traffic signs at just 2 years old.

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