hippocampus

Summary: Memories are not static; they adapt over time to help us respond to new situations. Researchers have discovered that …

Summary: Researchers have uncovered how the brain processes inferential reasoning by recording neuron activity in individuals as they learned through …

Summary: Researchers discovered how the brain prioritizes immediate and distant goals. Their study found that the hippocampus processes urgent goals …

Summary: Researchers discovered a link between “sharp-wave ripples” in the hippocampus and self-generated thoughts like daydreaming. These ripples, originating in …

Summary: A new study illuminated the mechanisms by which sleep aids in processing emotional memories, crucial for mental health. The …

Summary: A new study aims to examine the role of napping in brain development among infants and preschoolers. By tracking …

Summary: Researchers made a groundbreaking advancement by developing mice with hybrid brains containing rat neurons, allowing them to perceive odors …

Summary: Scientists discovered a surprising new source for brain waves essential for deep sleep. These waves, traditionally thought to come …

Summary: Researchers uncovered how the brain chooses which daily experiences to convert into long-term memories during sleep, pinpointing “sharp wave-ripples” …