Memory
Serotonin 2C Receptor Key to Memory
Health
Summary: Researchers discovered the serotonin 2C receptor in the brain plays a crucial role in regulating memory in both humans and animal ...
The Alzheimer’s drug donanemab has given me my life back
Health
I know Alzheimer’s is progressive and the condition deteriorates over time, but I’m keen to be around as long as possible for ...
Time Cells Play Key Role in Learning Complex Tasks
Health
Summary: New research reveals that “time cells” in the brain, crucial for learning complex behaviors requiring precise timing, are not just simple ...
I’m not brainy, but my 72 years give me an edge over younger people
Health
“Welcome to The Wonder Years” read the message on the front of the birthday card sent to my partner, who turned 70 ...
Keto Diet Boosts Memory in Aging
Health
Summary: A new study reveals how a ketogenic diet, high in fat and low in carbohydrates, improves memory in aging mice. Researchers ...
Sleep or Cram? Sleep is Key for Memory Retention
Health
Summary: Sleep is crucial for memory formation, while sleep deprivation severely disrupts this process. Neurons in the hippocampus reactivating during sleep help ...
Facial Expressions Alter Memory of Color
Science
Summary: Facial expressions influence memory color effect, with angry and fearful faces more strongly affected than neutral faces. Participants perceived achromatic angry ...
How Brain Maps Memories Without Movement
Science
Summary: Mental maps in the brain are activated when thinking about sequences of experiences, even without physical movement. In an animal study, ...
Underutilized Visual Memory: We Recall Less Than We Can
Health
Summary: People often underuse their visual working memory (VWM), typically remembering fewer items than their capacity allows. Participants in the study usually ...
Stress Hinders Cognitive Gains from Mental Activities
Health
Summary: A new study found that mentally stimulating activities improve cognition in memory clinic patients, but stress undermines these benefits. Higher cognitive ...
