Researchers turn long-term memories on and off with the flip of a switch
By duplicating the interaction between divisions in the brain responsible for long-term memory, scientists were able to restore and enhance long-term memory capability in drugged rats (Image: USC Viterbi School of Engineering)
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Using electrical probes embedded into the brains of rats, scientists have managed to replicate the brain function associated with long-term behavior and found a way to literally turn memories on and off with the flip of a switch. The scientists hope their research will eventually lead to a neural prosthesis to help people suffering Alzheimer’s disease, the effects of stroke or other brain injury to recover long-term memory capability.
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