Scientists at Skoltech developed a new mathematical model of memory that explores how information is encoded and stored.

It turns out your brain might not be the only part of your body that remembers. Scientists at NYU have found that cells outside the brain—like those from your kidneys—can actually "learn" and form ...

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Skoltech developed a mathematical model showing memory performs best in seven dimensions—equal to having seven senses. The ...

A recent brain-scan study sheds light on how people's brains divide continuous experiences into meaningful segments, like scenes in a movie. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...

Learning comes from all our senses. Whether it is judging the situation, or object, we judge it according to our 5 senses.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. How does the brain store—and access—our memories? While our ...

Kidney cells can make memories too. At least, in a molecular sense. Neurons have historically been the cell most associated with memory. But far outside the brain, kidney cells can also store ...

REM sleep is a stage of sleep when your heart rate increases, your blood pressure elevates, and your brain processes emotions ...

The traditional boundaries between professional and personal life are increasingly blurred. The idea of work-life balance — where work and personal time are neatly divided — has given way to a more ...