Study Reveals How Brain Encodes Time and Experiences

Research identifies specific neurons in the hippocampus and entorhinal cortex that map the temporal structure of events, aiding memory formation and prediction.

• UCLA-led study records individual neuron activity, showing how the brain encodes the sequence and timing of experiences.
• Neurons in the hippocampus and entorhinal cortex fire in patterns that reflect the order of events, even replaying them during rest.
• Findings provide empirical evidence of how the brain integrates 'what' and 'when' information to form lasting memories.
• This discovery can inform the development of neuro-prosthetic devices to enhance memory and other cognitive functions.
• The study's insights also have implications for artificial intelligence's understanding of human cognition.

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