FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·October 5, 2020·6 min readMolecular Mechanism That Allows Memories to Form DiscoveredEngram cells encode details of memories as they are formed. These cells become reactivated when a memory is recalled. The process is controlled by remodeling of chromatin in the cells.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 2, 2020·2 min readEngrams emerging as the basic unit of memoryImaging and manipulating engrams at the cellular level provides important insights into memory function.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 11, 2018·6 min readHow Returning to a Prior Context Briefly Heightens Memory RecallAfter creating a memory in a context, engram cells encoding the memory in the hippocampus become more excitable when the context is repeated a short time later, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 24, 2017·7 min readA New Theory of Memory FormationResearchers propose a new theory of memory formation, reporting memory storage does not rely on the strengthening of connection between memory cells, but on the pattern of connections that form within the first few minutes of an event.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 17, 2017·6 min readHow We Recall the PastResearchers have identified a neural circuit that is critical for memory retrieval.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 7, 2017·6 min readBrain Circuit Necessary For Memory Formation IdentifiedLong-term memories remain 'silent' for about 2 weeks before reaching a mature state, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·March 16, 2016·6 min readMemories Lost to Alzheimer’s Can Be FoundUsing optogenetics, researchers have successfully retrieved 'missing' memories in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 28, 2015·5 min readThe Power of Positive Memory RecallAccording to new research, stress induced depression may be overcome by inducing neurons which were activated during previous positive experiences.Read More
