REVISITING PHYSIOLOGICAL PLASTICITY AN UNDEREXPLORED DETERMINANT OF HEALTH AND DISEASE

Abstract

Physiological plasticity refers to the capacity of cells, tissues, and organ systems to adapt structurally and functionally in 
response to internal and external stimuli. While plasticity is well recognized in developmental biology and neurophysiology, 
its broader relevance across adult physiological systems remains underexplored. This editorial highlights physiological 
plasticity as a unifying concept linking adaptation, resilience, and disease susceptibility. Recognizing plasticity as a core 
physiological principle may offer new insights into disease prevention, recovery, and personalized medicine.