plasticity

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Haier’s studies also demonstrated how Tetris can affect the plasticity of cortical gray matter, potentially enhancing a person’s memory capacity and promoting motor and cognitive development.

From New York Times

“It’s a real demonstration of the plasticity of humans.”

From Science Magazine

The prize was awarded for their work about critical insights into the molecular mechanisms of brain development and plasticity.

From BBC

“We knew toothed whales had this vocal plasticity, which is key for them to learn what sounds to make,” said Mauricio Cantor, a biologist at Oregon State University who was not involved in the study.

From New York Times

In other words, this weird bird with the dinosaur head show the unique plasticity of bird evolution.

From Salon