"Unveiling the Link Between Circadian Clock Gene and Memory Formation"

A gene called Period 1, which is involved in regulating the body's circadian clock, has been found to play a role in memory formation. Researchers at Penn State discovered that mice exposed to a memory task during the day formed stronger long-term memories compared to those exposed at night. The study suggests that the gene Period 1 regulates memory consolidation across the day/night cycle, independent of its role in the circadian system. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of memory formation and the influence of time of day could help improve learning and address memory-related dysfunctions.