brain memory

Stress-related disorders affect brain’s processing of memory

harminka — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 03:40:27 -0600

Researchers using functional MRI (fMRI) have determined that the circuitry in the area of the brain responsible for suppressing memory is dysfunctional in patients suffering from stress-related psychiatric disorders. Results of the study will be presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

New understanding of basic units of memory

harminka — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 10:01:51 -0500

A molecular “recycling plant” permits nerve cells in the brain to carry out two seemingly contradictory functions – changeable enough to record new experiences, yet permanent enough to maintain these memories over time.

Memory machine

harminka — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 14:38:14 -0500

What happens in our brains when we learn and remember" Are memories recorded in a stable physical change, like writing an inscription permanently on a clay tablet" Prof.

Better Treatments for Schizophrenia

harminka — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 11:32:46 -0500

A newly discovered interplay of cells in one of the brain's memory centers sheds light on how you recall your grocery list, where you laid your keys, and a host of important but fleeting daily tasks.