A Circuit for Change
Researchers identify a region of the hippocampus which is sensitive to small changes in familiar context.... Read More...
memory research
Recurring Memory Traces Boost Long Lasting Memories
A new study indicates periods of rest can help boost memory performance.... Read More...
How Depression Blurs Memories
The more depressed a person is, the harder it is for them to distinguish between similar items or experiences, a new study finds. ... Read More...
Cell Auto Cleaning Mechanism Mediates the Formation of Plaques in Alzheimer’s
Using transgenic mice, researchers find a lack of autophagy in neurons prevents the secretion of amyloid beta and the formation of β-amyloid plaques in the brain.... Read More...
Study Finds Link Between Commonly Prescribed Statin and Memory Impairment
Researchers have found a link between a commonly prescribed statin drug and cognitive impairment, according to a new study.... Read More...
Feelings Forge Stronger Memories
A new study reports bad experiences enhance memory formation about places.... Read More...
Memory Related Brain Network Shrinks with Aging
Researchers find brain regions associated with memory shrink as adults age. This decrease in size is more pronounced in those who later develop neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's.... Read More...
How Old Memories Fade Away
Researchers discover a gene essential for memory extinction. The finding could lead to new treatments for PTSD. ... Read More...
Scientists Pinpoint Proteins Vital to Long-Term Memory
Researchers have identified a group of proteins essential to the formation of long-term memories.... Read More...
Study Creates New Memories by Directly Changing the Brain
Researchers create new and specific memories by directly manipulating brain cells in the cerebral cortex of rodents.... Read More...
Study Suggests Possibility of Selectively Erasing Unwanted Memories
Researchers erase drug associated memories in mice and rats without affecting other memories.... Read More...
Newly Discovered ‘Switch’ Plays Dual Role in Memory Formation
Researchers discover a protein switch which can increase or decrease memory building, depending on the signal it detects.... Read More...