From creation to consolidation: a novel framework for memory processing

PLoS Biol. 2009 Jan 27;7(1):e19. doi: 10.1371/journal.pbio.1000019.

Abstract

Long after playing squash, your brain continues to process the events that occurred during the game, thereby improving your game, and more generally, enhancing adaptive behavior. Understanding these mysterious processes may require novel theories.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Adaptation, Psychological*
  • Animals
  • Humans
  • Memory / physiology*
  • Mental Recall
  • Models, Neurological*
  • Models, Psychological*
  • Psychomotor Performance / physiology
  • Sleep / physiology