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Memory refers to the brain’s ability to encode, store, and retrieve information, forming the foundation of learning, decision-making, and personal identity. It encompasses various types, including short-term, long-term, and working memory, each supported by distinct neural processes and brain regions. Scientists study memory to uncover how it develops, how it can be enhanced or impaired, and what happens in disorders like Alzheimer’s and PTSD. This page highlights cutting-edge research on the biology, psychology, and technology of memory, including breakthroughs in neuroscience, cognitive science, and memory-related therapies.
Researchers have developed a new model inspired by recent biological discoveries that shows enhanced memory…
Neuroscientists at Columbia Engineering have discovered a specific neural mechanism in the human brain that…
Does serial dependence bias affect higher- or lower-order processing of perception? A study led by…
Through a series of experiments, researchers evaluated individuals’ ability to recall the location and timing…
Losing as little as 6-7 minutes per day to sedentary behavior or low-intensity activities has…
Researchers from The University of Queensland have discovered the active compound from an edible mushroom…
Sleep deprivation impairs recall, not retention, and roflumilast may help unlock inaccessible memories. Students often…
A study conducted by UC Riverside researchers on mice may pave the way for new…
The ability of the adult brain to form new memories and absorb new information may…
Study at the University of Bonn elucidates previously unknown mechanism for spatial learning. There are…
According to research from the University of Queensland, face masks can temporarily disrupt decision-making in…
Mild levels of stress can actually be beneficial for your body by forcing it to…
Small Magnetic Whirlpools Could Revolutionize High-Performance Computer Memory Storage Magnets create invisible fields that attract…
Mapping the Brain’s Memory Hub Australian scientists have created the most detailed map ever of…
Research identifies target for potentially developing new therapies to treat age-related cognitive decline. One of…
A new study will aid in the development of rehabilitation strategies for individuals who are…
Reduced PRDM2 levels amplify fear memories and may link anxiety disorders with alcohol dependence. The…