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Total, Genetically-Based Recall: Psychologists explore possibility of sex differences in memory, findings favor females
There are several human characteristics considered to be genetically predetermined and evolutionarily innate, such as immune system strength, physical adaptations and even sex differences. These qualities drive the nature versus nurture debate and ask of our species, who is more successful and why? view more (2008-02-21)
Brain memory area modifies its wiring diagram during the female cycle
Researchers at Northwestern University and Columbia University have found that "wiring" in female rat brain memory area expands and retracts in relation to the amount of estrogen present during the estrous/menstrual cycle. view more (2005-11-15)
Researchers Find That Well-Timed Timeout Is More Effective In Wiping Out Memory Response to Fear Stimulus
Banishing a fear-inducing memory might be a matter of the right timing, according to new research. view more (2009-04-03)
Moody memories? New study shows that mood has limited effect on memory
Whether we're deciding to return to a restaurant or to purchase a DVD, many consumers rely on memory when they're making decisions. A new study in the Journal of Consumer Research examines the role of mood on those memory-based decisions. view more (2009-09-22)
Breakthrough in magnetic devices could make computers more powerful
Scientists have created novel 'spintronic' devices that could point the way for the next generation of more powerful and permanent data storage chips in computers. view more (2006-12-07)
Computer obeys thoughts via Brain-Computer Interface
A research group led by Academy Professor Mikko Sams is developing a brain-computer interface, a device that transforms electrical or magnetic brain signals into commands a computer can understand. Equipment of this kind is necessary. For instance, it enables physically disabled persons to use a computer keyboard. The Brain-Computer Interface, or... view more... (2005-03-02)
Wintertime, and the thinking is easy
Although people tend to be more depressed in winter, there is some evidence that their thinking skills may actually improve during the cold, dark months - according to new research by Tim Brennen, reported today, Tuesday 21 December, at The British Psychological Society's London Conference, held at the Institute of Education. view more (1999-12-16)
Research study describes the role part of the brain plays in memory
A research with experimental rats carried out by the Institute of Neuroscience of the UAB describes the brain region connected to how our declarative memory functions. view more (2007-07-18)
Alcoholism-associated molecular adaptations in brain neurocognitive circuits
After many years of heavy drinking, alcohol produces pathological alterations in the brain. In many alcoholics these changes culminate in massive social deterioration and disorders of memory and learning. view more (2008-07-09)
Chronic pain can drive you to distraction
Anyone who has experienced chronic pain knows that it affects the ability to work, sleep and perform other activities essential to leading a full life. view more (2007-05-18)
Remembrance of smells past: how the brain stores those meaningful memories
Smells trigger memories but can memories trigger smell, and what does this imply for the way memories are stored? A UCL study of the smell gateway in the brain has found that the memory of an event is scattered across sensory parts of the brain, suggesting that advertising aimed at triggering memories of golden beaches and soft sand could well... view more... (2004-05-24)
Early identification of dementia increasingly difficult
If grandma seems to forget things, will she end up demented? These days, memory loss is one of the very few symptoms that may signal which 70-year-olds risk developing dementia view more (2009-05-21)
Ka-Boom!!!
Cheap, lightweight cameras could help protect mass transit, but would they survive a big costly blast? view more (2009-03-10)
Choosing the wood using artificial vision
Amongst the TR+D projects financed by the Basque Government INTEK programme, the IT Department at CIDEMCO, in conjunction with the CEIT Centre of Technology, the CVC company, and furniture manufacturers BIOK, XEY and DANONA, have finished the final phase of the development of an artificial vision system for the formulation of colorants for the... view more... (2003-05-20)
Immunologists identify biochemical signals that help immune cells remember how to fight infection
Immunology researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have discovered how two biochemical signals play unique roles in promoting the development of a group of immune cells employed as tactical assassins. view more (2009-05-29)
Short-term stress can affect learning and memory
Short-term stress lasting as little as a few hours can impair brain-cell communication in areas associated with learning and memory, University of California, Irvine researchers have found. view more (2008-03-12)
Daytime sleep improves memory consolidation
A ninety minute daytime nap helps speed up the process of long term memory consolidation, a recent study conducted by Prof. Avi Karni and Dr. Maria Korman of the Center for Brain and Behavior Research at the University of Haifa found. view more (2008-01-08)
Does gingko biloba affect memory?
Taking the supplement ginkgo biloba had no clear-cut benefit on the risk of developing memory problems. view more (2008-02-28)
A fly's tiny brain may hold huge human benefits
Before swatting at one of those pesky flies that come out as the days lengthen and the temperature rises, one should probably think twice. view more (2008-03-25)
Chewing your way to a better brain
Substances as diverse as chewing gum, aromatherapy oils, and ginseng may all increase your cognitive performance. Over a number of decades, there has been a growing interest in the use of such substances that are believed to have a positive effect on aspects of cognitive performance such as thinking and memory. view more (2002-02-27)
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