Memory and the Brain
Free Video Lecture: Memory and the Brain
Taught by Jeanette Norden Vanderbilt University Ph.D., Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
It's almost impossible to accurately describe the power and importance of memory. Whether you're fondly reminiscing over an event from a childhood vacation, quickly memorizing a phone number or address, or learning a new skill on the job, memory is so interwoven into our everyday lives that we can sometimes take it for granted. So how does memory actually work?
Modern neuroscience has uncovered a wealth of new insights into the fascinating ways our brains create and harness the power of memory, so that understanding this process is no longer a mystery. The key to memory lies in the dynamic nature of the synapses in our brains—a feature known as synaptic plasticity. Far from being static structures, these synapses are able to be continually shaped and reshaped by everyday experiences.
In Memory and the Brain, you explore
- the different categories of memory;
- the areas of the brain involved in creating and shaping memories; and
- the ways that our synapses change based on experiences in the world.
Watch this free video lecture and delve into the fascinating science behind how your brain works to create and use memories.
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