Heady Theories on the Contours of Einstein's Genius

By ROBERT LEE HOTZ
Wall Street Journal, May, 2009

Summary

This interesting article points out ways in which Einstein’s brain was unique. They point out that his research required intense study, and such concentrated effort can alter the brain physically. Interestingly, researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles, are finding that regular meditation can also alter the brain. For example, they have found regular meditation can increase the size of brain areas that regulate emotion.