Researchers have used gene therapy to partially reprogram the brain cells that store memories in aging mice, reversing signs ...

After treatment, the mice’s memories were essentially shunted back into a younger state. The researchers found that reprogrammed engrams displayed molecular behavior of more youthful cells. Using a ...

Expert tells ‘Post’ why brain remembers pain and why it must forget ...

You can use up all the storage on your phone or max out your computer's drive, but can you use up all the memory space in your brain? Despite how you might feel before an exam or after a sleepless ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Astrocytes; neuroglial cells, 250X at 35mm. (Credit: Ed Reschke via Getty Images) How does the brain store—and access—our memories ...

Like a computer system with built-in redundancies, a study has revealed that brains use three different sets of neurons to store a single memory. The finding could one day help soften painful memories ...

If you try to save a file while your laptop lags, it won't save. Similarly, when our brains have delayed processing speeds, they "lag" and impair our ability to receive information and store memory.

CAMBRIDGE, MA -- The human brain contains about 86 billion neurons. These cells fire electrical signals that help the brain store memories and send information and commands throughout the brain and ...

“I have trouble remembering dates, like birthdays, anniversaries or appointments. I feel like I’m letting people down or missing out on things.” “I often forget where I put my keys, wallet, phone or ...

A new study that followed participants for two decades found some were up to a quarter less likely to develop a memory ...