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@article{182042,
        author = {Dr Anuradha Palta},
        title = {Neuroplastic Effects of Mindfulness and Meditation: A Neuroimaging-Based Review of Cortical, Hippocampal, and Naturalistic Brain Dynamics},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {2},
        pages = {752-757},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=182042},
        abstract = {Mindfulness and meditation practices are increasingly recognized for their measurable impacts on neural architecture and function. This review synthesizes findings from neuroimaging and intracranial EEG (iEEG) studies to highlight how these contemplative practices influence cortical (particularly prefrontal and default mode networks) and hippocampal function. The review discusses oscillatory dynamics (alpha, theta, gamma), structural plasticity, and functional connectivity, linking them to clinical implications for neurological and psychiatric disorders. Special emphasis is placed on real-world, naturalistic applications using wearable neurotechnology. Findings suggest that mindfulness-based practices hold significant promise for translational interventions in cognitive and emotional regulation.},
        keywords = {Mindfulness, Meditation, Neuroimaging, Neuroplasticity.},
        month = {July},
        }