We tend to think of memory as exclusively the brain’s domain, but new research suggests that this view may be far too narrow.

Groundbreaking research from NYU reveals non-neural human cells can remember chemical signals. This challenges the long-held ...

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New research suggests the human brain’s memory and learning peak at seven senses—the optimal number for cognition.

Imagine that you knew how much memory you had left in your brain. Maybe there’s a progress bar in the corner of your eye. Or maybe you can visualize the percentage at will. In any case, anytime you ...

Voice assistants remind us of birthdays; apps keep medical records organised. The conveniences of artificial intelligence ...

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A new study reveals that intentional memory control—deciding what to remember or forget—is more powerful than emotional influence when forming long-term memories.

Adrian Ward had been driving confidently around Austin, Texas, for nine years — until last November, when he started getting lost. Ward’s phone had been acting up, and Apple Maps had stopped working.

“We all forget things sometimes – that’s just part of being human,” says Michael Yassa, PhD, director of the Center for the Neurobiology of Learning and Memory at the University of California, Irvine.

Forgetting information can cause anxiety, but it doesn't always indicate neurological issues. It's important to understand when to consult a doctor. Forgetting names, misplacing keys or missing turns ...

Darth Vader never said, “Luke I am your father.” So why do we all think he did? Here’s the science behind this strange phenomenon—and how AI is poised to send it into overdrive. Cape Town street art ...