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Can an old person be a prodigy? The surprising truth about late-life genius

While the term 'prodigy' is conventionally reserved for a child displaying exceptional talent, research on neuroplasticity confirms that the brain retains a remarkable ability to learn and change throughout life. This fact leads to a compelling question: Can an old person be a prodigy? The answer challenges our assumptions and redefines what greatness can look like in later years.