The MeshCODE theory proposes that memory is stored as binary patterns in talin proteins, turning the…
Browsing: Memory
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.
Treatable Sleep Disorder Common in People With Thinking and Memory Problems Obstructive sleep apnea is…
Findings suggest this hippocampal circuit helps us to maintain our timeline of memories. When we…
The MPS-2 protein, regulated by NHR-66, is vital for long-term memory and declines with age,…
Researchers used ISRIB to restore memory in mice with Alzheimer’s by reviving protein synthesis, offering…
Researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) in Japan show that melatonin and its…
Two new studies from the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) have uncovered an association…
Rapid mental rejuvenation in old mice suggests age-related losses may be broadly reversible. Just a…
Modifications to chromosomes in “engram” neurons control the encoding and retrieval of memories. When the…
Could over-the-counter “smart drugs” pose health risks? Supplements that claim to improve mental focus and…
In years to come, personal memories of the COVID-19 pandemic are likely to be etched…
NIH study suggests our brains use distinct firing patterns to store and replay memories. In…
Neurons that store abstract representations of past experiences are activated when a new, similar event…
People are no better than chance at identifying when someone else is recounting a false…
Effortless learning during sleep is the dream of many people. The supportive effect of smells…
Brain-Cell Helpers Powered by Norepinephrine During Fear-Memory Formation A sustained state of vigilance will generate…
Mouse study connects body clock and memory recall. Can’t remember something? Try waiting until later…
Described as “living rocks,” giant land tortoises are lumbering beasts with a reputation for being…