March 2012 PMID 22426254

Plasticity in gray and white: neuroimaging changes in brain structure during learning.

Robert J Zatorre, R Douglas Fields, Heidi Johansen-Berg

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Peak: 2 in Feb 2020
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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a general agreement with the article, citing examples like changes observed in the frontal, parietal, and occipital lobes following juggling training, and mentioning brain regions such as the anterior cerebellum. The tone combines scientific curiosity with real-world examples, indicating moderate interest and recognition of the study's relevance without extensive critique or deep exploration.

AgreementModerate agreement

The discussions acknowledge the findings of structural and functional brain changes during learning, aligning with the publication's conclusions.

InterestModerate interest

The posts express moderate curiosity, referencing specific brain regions and training examples, indicating a genuine but cautious interest.

EngagementNeutral engagement

The posts show some engagement by mentioning related research and providing examples, but lack in-depth analysis or debate.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions recognize the potential significance of understanding brain plasticity, suggesting moderate impact on scientific or educational practices.

Abstract in brief

  • The article reviews how brain imaging techniques have shown structural changes in gray and white matter during learning, but it's difficult to directly link these imaging results to specific cellular and molecular processes.
  • It discusses potential cellular and molecular mechanisms that might explain the observed neuroimaging changes, emphasizing the need for more collaboration between researchers studying brain structure at different levels.
  • Promoting dialogue between cellular/molecular researchers and neuroimaging experts could improve our understanding of how learning physically alters brain structure.]

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Jackson Darveaux
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@AlyssaH_SPT https://t.co/V5u3f3u2kA This study found functional and structural changes in the gray and white matter in the frontal, parietal and occipital lobe following 6 weeks of juggling training. I also recall reading elsewhere that changes to the anterior cerebellum can occur with ML.

Feb 20, 2020 · 2 likes · 1 share · 47 followers View post →
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RT @DarveauxJackson: @AlyssaH_SPT https://t.co/V5u3f3u2kA This study found functional and structural changes in the gray and white matter i…

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NAUPT582
@NAUPT582 · X

RT @DarveauxJackson: @AlyssaH_SPT https://t.co/V5u3f3u2kA This study found functional and structural changes in the gray and white matter i…

Feb 20, 2020 · 1 share · 265 followers View post →
Jackson Darveaux
@DarveauxJackson · X

@AlyssaH_SPT https://t.co/V5u3f3u2kA This study found functional and structural changes in the gray and white matter in the frontal, parietal and occipital lobe following 6 weeks of juggling training. I also recall reading elsewhere that changes to the anterior cerebellum can occur with ML.

Feb 20, 2020 · 2 likes · 1 share · 47 followers View post →