Discovering Brain’s Secrets: Neuroscientist Eleanor Maguire’s Pioneering Work on Mapping Memory’s Route Revisited after Her Passing, New York Times Reports.

Eleanor Maguire, a renowned neuroscientist, has passed away at the age of 59. Maguire’s pioneering work in the field of cognitive neuroscience has led to significant understanding of the relationship between the brain and memory. Her landmark study in 1997 demonstrated that the hippocampus, a brain structure typically associated with memory, grows in response to learning. In addition, Maguire’s team discovered that regular exercise improves memory and brain function in older adults. She also contributed to the development of a technique called diffusion magnetic resonance imaging, which facilitates the tracking of connections between brain cells. Maguire’s impact on cognitive neuroscience research is evident through her creation of the London Transport Study, which has influenced researchers worldwide. Her contributions earned her numerous accolades, including an award from the British Psychological Society and a Fellowship from the Royal Society. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones.

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