Scientists have successfully tested the first “neural prosthesis” for recalling memories in humans. The results were published in the journal Frontiers in Computational Neuroscience.
14 adults with epilepsy participated in the study. They participated in a brain mapping procedure in which electrodes were placed in different parts of their brains. Mapping allows you to accurately determine the cause of epileptic seizures.
The hippocampus part of the brain plays a central role in the formation of memories. When a person tries to remember whether they turned off the stove or picked up the keys, separate groups of cells activate to trigger memory of the information. Using electrodes, scientists found which cells needed to be activated to trigger a particular memory.
The scientists’ approach significantly improved the ability of 22% of patients to recall images. The method was particularly effective for people with existing memory impairment: 40% saw significant improvements in their memory function.
“Here we not only highlight an innovative neurostimulation technique for improving memory, but we also show that memory stimulation is not limited to a general approach but can also be applied to specific information that is critical for an individual,” said co-author Brent Roeder. from Wake Forest University.
The scientists believe their method will help create a device that will enable people with dementia to recall specific everyday memories (whether the person took medication, closed the door) after a stroke or head injury.
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