"The Science of Memory Selection"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Neuroscience News
Researchers have discovered that the brain uses sharp wave-ripples in the hippocampus as a mechanism to select which daily experiences to convert into long-term memories during sleep. These ripples act as a natural tagging system, replaying and strengthening specific neuronal patterns during sleep to facilitate memory formation. Understanding this process may lead to future therapies or devices that can improve memory or mitigate traumatic recollections.