Neuroscientists reveal secret of superagers' excellent memories
White matter, which connects different regions of the brain, appears to retain better structure in superagers than in older people with memory decline.
New book reveals surprising ways your memory really works
Psychologists have said forgetting your keys is normal and does not always mean you have a bad memory.
Eye change reveals if someone's focused, scientists say
Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington found that our pupils dilate when we're concentrating.
Neuroscientists discover shapeshifting DNA controls memory formation
The discovery transforms our understanding of how DNA functions as an on and off switch to control learning and memory, the researchers say.
Psychologists reveal why you can't remember if you locked your front door
A study suggests we tend to remember certain aspects of an experience such as the big picture or the general context, rather than the smaller details.
Neuroscientists uncover brain region "crucial" to deep sleep
The discovery paves the way for new treatments tackling sleep disorders and memory consolidation.
Scientists reveal psychology behind our most disgusting memories
The basic emotion of disgust is thought to help us protect ourselves from diseases and toxins.
Mortifying reason woman's ex will get love letters from her for next decade
"I was young and naive," Emina Sonnad told Newsweek.
Husband dares wife to run into the sea, reason why has internet sobbing
A video has shown TikTok the importance of making spontaneous memories in early parenthood.
Woman didn't believe grandpa "rejected a lot of women," until the photos
Reminiscing on her family history filled her with a "mix of nostalgia and admiration," his granddaughter said.
Neuroscientist reveals the brain training exercises she does daily
"It is never too soon—or too late—to take charge of our brain's health and fitness," Sandra Bond Chapman told Newsweek.
Neuroscientists reveal trick to help you study
Switching from typing notes on a keyboard, to writing them with a pen, proved to drastically improve memory and recall among students.
Neuroscientist shares brain training exercises he does every day
World Memory Champion Boris Konrad shares his secrets to a better memory.
Long time, no chimpan-see? Apes recall friends even after decades apart
In one case, a chimpanzee was able to recognize her sister and nephew, both of which she had not seen for 26 years.
Ancient exercise shown to improve sleep and memory
Participants showed improved cognition and higher quality sleep after just two weeks.
Scientists reveal what happens in the brain when you daydream
The authors of a study suggest that daydreaming could have an important role to play in learning and memory.
Psychologists find sleep can distort our memories
When asked to remember a list of words, people who had slept were better at remembering the list, but also had more false memories of related words.
Putin's story about childhood memory of mother raises eyebrows
The Russian president presented a perplexing memory of a time his mother dispensed discipline by putting him "in a corner."
Hilarious reason dog stops at same spot every day for 37 weeks
"A squirrel fell out of a tree in front of our dog 9 years ago. He stares into that tree every day," wrote a viewer.
Hope for Alzheimer's as neuroscientists engineer memory-boosting protein
Study author Cristian Ripoli said that the discovery could "revolutionize research and therapy in the field of neurology."
Neuroscientists discover new link in sleep disruption and memory
Scientists have found that a chronic lack of sleep can lead to poor performance when learning new tasks.
Lost childhood memories can be restored using light, scientists discover
"The first results were very surprising," study author Tomas Ryan told Newsweek.
Neuroscientists reveal the snacks they eat to boost memory
"There are a number of foods that are known for their ability to support brain function," Carol Cheatham told Newsweek.
Neuroscientist's daily routine to improve short-term memory
Alexander Easton reveals memory hack for everyday activities, like where you last put your keys.
Neuroscientists' long-term memory discovery might help dementia research
"We now have a firmer understanding of the cellular mechanisms that allow memories to be both formed and stored," Professor Cristina Alberini said.
Oxford neuroscientist shares secrets to better sleep and memory
"The role of good sleep for cognitive fitness cannot be overstated," Bernhard Staresina told Newsweek.
MIT neuroscientist shares exercise they do to improve memory
"Memory is something that can be trained using neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to be malleable throughout life," Dr. Tara Swart Bieber told Newsweek.
Dogs have observational spatial memory like humans, scientists confirm
Dogs can find hidden food better if they see it being stored by a human, indicating they remember the food being put away and aren't just sniffing it out.
The one lifestyle choice that could prevent memory loss
Abstaining from alcohol or reducing consumption can prevent memory loss later in life, a psychiatrist says.
Scientists reveal link between brushing teeth and dementia
Maintaining good oral hygiene could protect us from brain disease later in life, research suggests.