Fishing for Memories
Observing whole-brain activity in live zebrafish, researchers have discovered how information stored as long-term memory in the cerebral cortex is processed to guide behavioral choices.
Alzheimer’s Markers Predict Start of Mental Decline
Researchers have identified biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease which accurately predict the development of the disease years prior to symptoms developing.
Scientists Develop Drug that Slows Alzheimer’s in Mice
A drug developed by scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, known as J147, reverses memory deficits and slows Alzheimer’s disease in aged mice following short-term treatment.
Scientists Create Novel Approach to Find RNAs Involved in Long-term Memory Storage
Researchers question why numerous different RNAs are transported to synapses. One reason, they suggest, is that they are stored to later help maintain long-term memory.
Gone, But Not Forgotten
Researchers describe in detail the underlying neurobiology of the “world’s second most famous amnesiac”, EP, who suffered profound memory loss after damage to key portions of his brain.
Scientists Reverse Memory Loss in Animal Brain Cells
Using the nerve cells of sea snails, researchers reverse memory loss by determining when cells were primed for learning. Retraining cells with the use of an optimized training schedule helped compensate for memory loss.
Scientists Develop 3D Stem Cell Culture Technique to Better Understand Alzheimer’s Disease
Adapting two dimensional culture methods to grow 3-D neuron structures from induced pluripotent stem cells, researchers may be able to model and study neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers Identify Possible Treatment Window for Memory Problems
A new study identifies a potential treatment window of several years for plaques in the brain considered to cause memory loss in diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
Discovery About Animal Memory Opens Doors to Research on Memory Impairment Diseases
A new study offers evidence of source memory in nonhuman animals.
Scientists Make Older Adults Less Forgetful in Memory Tests
Researchers have found compelling evidence that older adults can eliminate forgetfulness and perform as well as younger adults on memory tests. The findings have intriguing implications for designing learning strategies for older adults.
