Our episodic memory – the ability to recall past events and experiences – is known to decline as we age. Exactly how and why ...

A new study in mice suggests that memory problems in Alzheimer’s disease may stem from a breakdown in how the brain replays recent experiences during periods of rest. The research was carried out by s ...

For years, scientists have known that the aging brain tends to shrink, but they have struggled to explain why some people suddenly start forgetting names, appointments, or why they walked into a room.

Researchers found that embodying a digital, childlike version of one’s own face helps unlock vivid childhood memories. This illusion strengthens the connection between bodily self-perception and ...

When we hear the word “dementia,” most of us think of elderly people having memory problems — they don’t remember the names of their dear ones, where they put the house keys, or whether they paid the ...