Long-term memory emerges from a sequence of molecular programs that sort, stabilize, and reinforce important…
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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.
Obesity in young adults appears to trigger early biological changes linked to inflammation, liver stress,…
Research shows that adopting a childlike facial expression can make adults feel more connected to…
A new study shows self-reported memory and thinking problems are rising fastest among younger U.S.…
Boston University researchers have found that emotional events can strengthen memories of ordinary moments, giving…
A new study reveals connections between two widely used models of the disease, with findings…
Researchers examined a girl with exceptional memory recall. Her case could transform understanding of how…
A mathematical model shows memory capacity is maximized when represented by seven features. The study…
Researchers at UC San Francisco have uncovered a surprising culprit in brain aging: a protein…
A brainstem region helps punctuate memories. Stress may block its ability to mark new experiences.…
Research led by Rutgers suggests there could be significant new possibilities for treating neurodegenerative diseases…
A decade-long study of 32,000 older Europeans has found that smoking significantly speeds up cognitive…
Using machine learning and brain scans, researchers found that accelerated brain aging increases the impact…
SIRT2, an enzyme previously overlooked in astrocytic GABA production, may be crucial for distinguishing the…
A study finds that diet can cause brain inflammation even without any metabolic changes. A…
Long-term exposure to air pollution is associated with cognitive decline, particularly in language skills, among…
A new AI framework inspired by human memory could make machines more efficient, adaptive, and…
For years, scientists believed that our first memories vanished because the brain wasn’t developed enough…