Good and bad memories are stored in different neurons, study finds
Positive and negative memories are stored in different parts of the brain, raising the possibility of therapeutic memory manipulation.
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Positive and negative memories are stored in different parts of the brain, raising the possibility of therapeutic memory manipulation.
In this interview, we speak to Dr. Steve Ramirez about his latest neuroscience research that investigated the power of our memories.
The Boston University neuroscientist wants to take the edge off traumatic memories by manipulating how they’re processed in the brain.
Knowing where positive and negative memories are stored in the brain opens the door to manipulating networks of specific neurons.
Two recent studies from BU’s Steve Ramirez demonstrate how our positive and negative memories leave physical footprints on the brain.