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Our brain can be tuned to specific tasks through repetition and practice. Dr. Boyd’s talk provides a clear explanation of how neuroplasticity works and can vary between individuals. If you are intrigued by creating new neuropathways check out her fascinating slide show on “Plasticity and the Brains of Children with Learning Disabilities“. It probably comes as no surprise that plenty of rest and aerobic exercise can greatly improve plasticity.
Via TEDxVancouver:
In a classic research-based TEDx Talk, Dr. Lara Boyd describes how neuroplasticity gives you the power to shape the brain you want.
Our knowledge of the brain is evolving at a breathtaking pace, and Dr. Lara Boyd is positioned at the cutting edge of these discoveries. In 2006, she was recruited by the University of British Columbia to become the Canada Research Chair in Neurobiology and Motor Learning. Since that time she has established the Brain Behavior Lab, recruited and trained over 40 graduate students, published more than 80 papers and been awarded over $5 million in funding.
Dr. Boyd’s efforts are leading to the development of novel, and more effective, therapeutics for individuals with brain damage, but they are also shedding light on broader applications. By learning new concepts, taking advantage of opportunities, and participating in new activities, you are physically changing who you are, and opening up a world of endless possibility.
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