The hippocampus is a key region of the brain, essential for spatial memory and navigation. Research by Eleanor McGuire, a neuroscientist at the University of London, has demonstrated a unique brain adaptation in experienced taxi drivers. These studies show that the hippocampus, particularly the posterior part, experiences significant growth linked to the memorization of complex routes. This process is made possible thanks to neurogenesis, the formation of new neurons, which illustrates the remarkable plasticity of the brain. These findings challenge the idea that the brain stops changing after birth and show how intensive learning transforms its structures. This research highlights the links between neuroscience, memory and the human brain in the context of professional challenges.
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