By watching the brain process information, she discovered that a specific region plays a key role in spatial navigation — and that it can be strengthened like a muscle. By watching the brain process information, she discovered that a specific region plays a key role in spatial navigation — and that it can be strengthened like a muscle. Maguire, Eleanor (1970-2025), Deaths (Obituaries), Memory, Brain, Research, Magnetic Resonance Imagers, Taxicabs and Taxicab Drivers, University College London, London (England) NYT > Science