Brainless memory makes the spinal cord smarter than previously thought
The spinal cord learns how to direct limb muscles to avoid aversive sensations and recalls the memories using separate neural circuitry. Oh, and without a brain!
Apr 24
The spinal cord learns how to direct limb muscles to avoid aversive sensations and recalls the memories using separate neural circuitry. Oh, and without a brain!
Aug 23
Scary places burned into our minds by constant memory replay
Researchers discover the mechanism through which places associated with negative experiences are burned into our memories.
Aug 15
A researcher’s journey part 2: emotional memory and being human
Joshua Johansen from RIKEN CBS explains emotional memory, what his lab is doing, and what makes a good researcher.
Jun 28
A researcher’s journey: from surfing to studying pain
Joshua Johansen from RIKEN CBS tells us about his journey from surfer to pain researcher and beyond. Stay tuned for part II …
Dec 27
Memories are made of this ?? ā (Part 2)
Thomas McHugh from the RIKEN Center for Brain Science continues his discussion about memories, emotions, the brain, and life.
Dec 16
Memories are made of this ? ? – (Part 1)
Brain science ’round midnight episode 8: Thomas McHugh from the RIKEN Center for Brain Science discusses memories and the brain
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