New study reveals how the brain forms memories
One of the most fascinating aspects of the brain is memory, which allows us to store, retrieve and use information learned during our lives.
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Joseph Shavit
- 2 days ago
Simple blood tests could aid PTSD diagnosis, treatment and prevention
Approx. 3.6% of U.S. adults experience PTSD in any given year, and about 7% of people will experience PTSD at some point in their lives.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 11
Edible mushrooms found to improve memory
Researchers have discovered the active compound from an edible mushroom that boosts nerve growth and enhances memory.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 2
This is the most critical factor for boosting mid-life brain power, study finds
Unlike previous studies, which have examined the link between daily MVPA and brain power, the new research also considered time spent asleep
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 10
Neuroscientists identify drug that can bring back your ‘lost’ memories
Researchers discovered that what you learn while being sleep deprived is not necessarily lost, it is just difficult to recall.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 3
Self-assembling proteins key to memory formation, response to drug treatment
Using these engineered proteins, researchers can record histories that reveal when certain genes are activated, or how cells respond.
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 24, 2022
Eating more fruits and vegetables can slow memory decline, study finds
People who eat or drink more foods with antioxidant flavonols may have a slower rate of memory decline, according to a new study.
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 10, 2022
First-ever study identifies the mechanisms behind learning, memory and Alzheimers
The Fujita Health University study led the team to understand the intracellular mechanism of donepezil and its effect on learning and memory
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 5, 2022
Researchers improve short term memory problems through laser therapy
Researchers demonstrated that the therapy, which is non-invasive, could improve short term, or working memory in people by up to 25%.
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 2, 2022
Study identifies why Alzheimer’s disease only damages certain parts of the brain
Memory loss is often the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease, followed by confusion and difficulty thinking. It comes down to the gene APOE.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 24, 2022
Antioxidant flavonols can slow memory decline, study finds
People who eat or drink more foods with antioxidant flavonols may have a slower rate of memory decline, according to a new study.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 10, 2022
Alzheimers breakthough as major study identifies the mechanisms behind learning and memory
Researchers have identified the intracellular signal cascade through which ACh regulates aversive learning, a major test for AD drugs.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 26, 2022
Video gaming associated with better cognitive performance in children
2,000 child study found that those who played video games for three hours per day or more performed better on cognitive skills tests.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 17, 2022
Researchers unlock the power of our emotional memory
You may not realize it, but each time you recall a memory—like your first time riding a bike or walking into your high school prom.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 14, 2022
Researchers discover a major new function of the cerebellum
Enhanced memory for emotional stimuli is crucial for survival, but it may also contribute to the development of fear-related disorders.
Joseph Shavit
- Sep 26, 2022
Scientists discover the mechanisms behind learning, memory and Alzheimer's Disease
Patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) have lower levels of the neuromodulator acetylcholine (ACh) in their brains.
Joseph Shavit
- Sep 22, 2022
Fitness trackers reveal connections between exercise, memory, and mental health
Exercise can improve your cognitive and mental health — but not all forms and intensities of exercise affect the brain equally.
Joseph Shavit
- Aug 30, 2022
Can we reverse the effects of age related memory loss? Experts say yes
An estimated 6.5 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s in 2022. That figure is predicted to nearly double by 2050.
Joseph Shavit
- Aug 30, 2022
Alzheimers breakthough -- the mechanisms behind learning and memory identified
Researchers have identified the intracellular signal cascade through which ACh regulates aversive learning, a major preliminary test for AD.
Joseph Shavit
- Aug 21, 2022
Boosting neuron formation can cure Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers discovered that increasing the production of new neurons in mice with Alzheimer’s disease rescues the animals’ memory defects.
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