Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Plasticity00:58

Plasticity

Plasticity is the property where an object loses its elasticity and undergoes irreversible deformation, even after the deformation forces are eliminated. If a material deforms irreversibly without increasing stress or load, then this is called ideal plasticity. For example, when a force is applied to an aluminum rod, it changes its shape, but it does not return to its original shape once the force is removed. Plastic deformation or ductility is thus a permanent deformation or change in the...
Neuroplasticity01:01

Neuroplasticity

Neuroplasticity reflects the brain's remarkable capacity to adapt and evolve, responding dynamically to learning, experiences, or injury by reorganizing its neural circuitry. This reorganization involves creating new neural connections and refining old ones through a series of biological processes that contribute to the brain's lifelong development and adaptability.
Plastic Deformations01:14

Plastic Deformations

It is essential to understand how structural members behave under plastic deformation when the bending stress exceeds the material's yield strength. This state of deformation permanently alters the shape of the member, in contrast to the linear elastic behavior observed before yielding. The strain at any point in the member is expressed in terms of maximum strain. Notably, the neutral axis, which coincides with the centroid during elastic bending, shifts away from the centroid under plastic...
Plastic Deformations01:19

Plastic Deformations

Plastic deformation represents a fundamental concept in materials science, which explains the irreversible change in the shape of a material when it experiences stress beyond its elastic capability. This phenomenon is important in structural engineering, especially in designing and analyzing cantilever beams—structures that are securely fixed at one end and bear loads at the opposite end. When these beams are subjected to loads within their elastic range, they will return to their original...
Plastic Behavior01:21

Plastic Behavior

A material's elastic behavior is characterized by the disappearance of stress once the load is removed, allowing the material to return to its original state. However, when stress surpasses the yield point, yielding commences, marking the onset of plastic deformation or permanent set. This change from elastic to plastic behavior is influenced by the peak stress value and the duration before the load is removed. An intriguing observation occurs when a specimen is loaded, unloaded, and reloaded.
Functional Brain Systems: Limbic System01:15

Functional Brain Systems: Limbic System

The limbic system, often called the "emotional brain," is a complex set of structures located deep within the brain. The intricate network of the limbic system supports a wide range of psychological functions, from emotional regulation to memory formation and sensory processing. This functional brain region encompasses specific parts of the diencephalon and the cerebrum, integrating the higher mental functions of the cerebral cortex with the primitive emotional responses of the deep brain...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Of Mussels and Men.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2016
Same author

Health, Wealth and the Price of Oil.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2016
Same author

Migrants, Manpower and Math in the Coming Europe.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2016
Same author

Dummheit.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2015
Same author

"Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn".

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2015
Same author

Two wings and a prayer: should Canada make it easier for Canadian doctors trained abroad to enter practice here?

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2014
Same journal

Use of Publicly Reported Surgical Wait Time Information by Community Family Physicians in Toronto, Canada.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2026
Same journal

A Population-Based Comparison of Wait Times for Common Elective General Surgery Procedures Between Immigrants and Non-Immigrants in British Columbia.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2026
Same journal

Expanding Surgical Access in Canada Through Self-Governing First Nations.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2026
Same journal

Commentary: Gender Equity Is Essential for Optimal Surgical Prioritization: A Response to Quinn and Brennand.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2026
Same journal

Efficiency Through Equity: Prioritizing Gynecologic Surgery to Improve Health System Performance.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2026
Same journal

Commentary: Simple Policy, Entrenched System: Lessons From Post-Sedation Accompaniment.

Healthcare policy = Politiques de sante·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 24, 2026

Fabrication of an Expandable Brain Matrix Customizable Across Developmental Stages
11:35

Fabrication of an Expandable Brain Matrix Customizable Across Developmental Stages

Published on: February 20, 2026

Plastic brains.

Robert G Evans1

  • 1University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC.

Healthcare Policy = Politiques De Sante
|March 24, 2009
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

The aging brain continually edits memories, not just fades them. Early childhood development and adult brain plasticity are crucial for navigating the modern world.

More Related Videos

Brain Organoid Generation from Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells in Home-Made Mini Bioreactors
10:16

Brain Organoid Generation from Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells in Home-Made Mini Bioreactors

Published on: December 11, 2021

Inducing Plasticity of Astrocytic Receptors by Manipulation of Neuronal Firing Rates
12:47

Inducing Plasticity of Astrocytic Receptors by Manipulation of Neuronal Firing Rates

Published on: March 20, 2014

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 24, 2026

Fabrication of an Expandable Brain Matrix Customizable Across Developmental Stages
11:35

Fabrication of an Expandable Brain Matrix Customizable Across Developmental Stages

Published on: February 20, 2026

Brain Organoid Generation from Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells in Home-Made Mini Bioreactors
10:16

Brain Organoid Generation from Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells in Home-Made Mini Bioreactors

Published on: December 11, 2021

Inducing Plasticity of Astrocytic Receptors by Manipulation of Neuronal Firing Rates
12:47

Inducing Plasticity of Astrocytic Receptors by Manipulation of Neuronal Firing Rates

Published on: March 20, 2014

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Cognitive Science

Background:

  • Memory recall declines with age, with a tendency to retain older memories.
  • The brain undergoes significant structural changes in early life based on sensory input.
  • Recent findings suggest mature brains also exhibit neural plasticity in response to changing environments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the dynamic nature of memory in aging.
  • To investigate the concept of neural sculpting in both immature and mature brains.
  • To understand the implications of early under-stimulation and the potential of adult brain plasticity.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing research on neuroplasticity.
  • Analysis of studies on age-related memory changes.
  • Examination of data on early childhood development programs and their outcomes.

Main Results:

  • The aging brain actively edits memories, challenging the notion of passive fading.
  • Neural pathways are continuously reorganized throughout life in response to sensory experiences.
  • Inadequate early stimulation can lead to long-term neural challenges, impacting adaptation to modern environments.

Conclusions:

  • Memory is a reconstructive process, subject to ongoing editing by the brain.
  • Early childhood development is critical for establishing neural foundations for lifelong adaptation.
  • Adult brains retain plasticity, offering potential avenues for cognitive enhancement and intervention.