There isn’t a hard line differentiating a false memory and simply misremembering where you put your keys. But, in general, ...

"These results suggest that memory decline in aging is not just about one region or one gene – it reflects a broad biological ...

A new study into how different parts of memory work in the brain has shown that the same brain areas are involved in ...

And then do a quick review the next morning.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Scientists have found that memories are not static records but dynamic processes that change the brain’s wiring ...

Think about the last time you studied for an exam. You probably read your notes, went through textbooks, maybe even watched a few videos. Yet, when the paper was placed before you, your mind went ...

The human brain’s ability to store and recall information remains one of science’s most intriguing areas of study. From remembering where we placed our keys to preserving precious moments with loved ...

Erasing a memory like throwing away an old receipt? Forgetting a difficult breakup like deleting an old voicemail? It's an idea that makes you dream, or even shudder. This "science fiction fantasy" is ...

In February 2007 the Supreme Court heard a case that hinged on about 15 minutes of video evidence from two police vehicles' ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Professor and neuroscientist Steve Ramirez, shown working with brain samples, is exploring the science of memory manipulation.