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The Relationship between Genius and the Brain: An Exploration of the Mystery of the Human Mind
Individual genius inspires.
Individual genius contributes to exceptional achievements that profoundly impact human progress. Genius is undoubtedly a fascinating phenomenon; it is no wonder that it has preoccupied people from ancient times to the present day. How, very briefly, do we define a genius? They have exceptional abilities in a particular field, be it science, art, or literature. What is the link between genius and the human brain? We try to answer this in this article.
The human brain: a marvel of complexity, a network of synapses
The human brain, a marvel of complexity, is composed of approximately 86 billion neurons, interconnected by trillions of synapses. This intricate network is responsible for the processing and storage of vast amounts of information. Could specific brain structures in geniuses function differently, or are they fundamentally distinct? Most likely, yes. And it’s time to bring up something I wrote about in the previous article.
Neuroplasticity
Neuroplasticity, a concept that transcends the boundaries of genius, is a characteristic shared by all brains, regardless of brilliance. It’s the degree of neuroplasticity that sets geniuses apart, allowing their…
