Memory

New treatments for brain damage in the offing

The study suggests that rather than a single circuit being responsible for memory enhancement there are distinct independent circuits each capable of supporting the same enhancement.

May 16, 2017, 21:24 PM IST

Rosemary aroma has the power to boost memory in children, says study

Rosemary oil is often used for indigestion, relieving flatulence, stomach cramps, constipation, and bloating. It is also thought to relieve symptoms of dyspepsia and is an appetite stimulant.

May 03, 2017, 16:27 PM IST

Over 100 genes linked to memory in humans identified

The study is part of the nascent but growing field of "imaging genetics," which aims to relate genetic variation to variation in brain anatomy and function.

Mar 28, 2017, 00:42 AM IST

Insulin resistance linked to rapid decline in cognitive performance

The study, by Tel Aviv University, finds that both diabetic and non-diabetic subjects with insulin resistance experienced accelerated cognitive decline in executive function and memory.

Mar 23, 2017, 10:50 AM IST

Daily consumption of probiotics may impair memory!

But for rats on a healthy diet, the probiotics had little impact on microbial diversity and actually impaired recognition memory.

Mar 15, 2017, 15:35 PM IST

Memory augmentation possible through electrical stimulation: Study

The team found that applying a weak electrical current through the scalp helped to align different parts of the brain, synchronising their brain waves and enabling them to keep the same beat.

Mar 15, 2017, 13:42 PM IST

'Pink noise' can help oldies sleep their way to better memory

This is an innovative, simple and safe non-medication approach that may help improve brain health.

Mar 12, 2017, 15:36 PM IST

Do you wish to have super-sized memory? Training can give you that in just 40 days!

After 40 days of daily 30-minute training sessions using a strategic memory improvement technique, people who had typical memory skills at the start and no previous memory training more than doubled their capacity.

Mar 09, 2017, 16:11 PM IST

Brain health: Five tips that will boost your memory power

Here are some simple tips and tricks to sharpen your brain and thinking power.

Feb 16, 2017, 12:07 PM IST

Cats may be as intelligent as dogs – They just choose to keep a low profile

Scientists from Japan claim that cats are as sharp as dogs at certain memory tests, which gives a hint that they might nigt as smart.

Jan 27, 2017, 14:18 PM IST

Cats may be as intelligent as dogs: Japanese scientists

The researchers suggest cats may remember for much longer periods than the short time tested.

Jan 26, 2017, 00:26 AM IST

Alzheimer's disease: Meditation, music may help reverse early memory loss in older adults

For the study, researchers analysed 60 older adults who were assigned to either a beginner meditation (Kirtan Kriya) or music listening programme and asked to practice 12 minutes/day for 12 weeks.

Jan 23, 2017, 12:47 PM IST

Brain stimulation used like a scalpel can improve memory, says study

A new study has found that non-invasive brain stimulations can work like a scalpel to improve the precise memory of a human.

Jan 22, 2017, 23:00 PM IST

This drug may boost memory in patients suffering from depression - Read

Almost all patients with depression experience problems with concentration, memory and attention.

Jan 17, 2017, 18:58 PM IST

People who develop hypertension at older phase may have decreased risk of dementia

The study further reveals that individuals developing blood pressure at the age of 80 or more, possess lesser risk of getting exposed to dementia.

Jan 17, 2017, 17:52 PM IST

Exercise may boost brain activity, memory in elderly

Older adults who exercised showed good cardiac fitness levels which improved their memory performance and increased brain activity patterns compared to their low fit peers.

Jan 15, 2017, 18:32 PM IST

Detecting misinformation can improve memory, says study

A new study has revealed that detecting a misinformation can improve memory.

Jan 03, 2017, 22:48 PM IST

Avoid these food to improve your memory!

One needs to be fit both physically and mentally. But we often tend to neglect our mental health in front of our physical health.

Jan 03, 2017, 00:10 AM IST

Memory-related brain regions tend to lose unity with age: Study

The study conducted at Princeton University in New Jersey, US, described a novel method to characterise and compare the brain dynamics of individual people.

Nov 25, 2016, 18:11 PM IST