Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Rapid connectivity modulations unify long-term and working memory

Panichello et al. recently demonstrated that working memory (WM) information can be maintained without active neural firing. Instead, it is stored in rapidly modulating neural connectivity patterns. This validates the activity-silent model of WM, and unifies the mechanisms of long-term memory (LTM) and WM. Here, we highlight the ramifications of these findings. Read Full Article […]

Published on March 15, 2025

Playing With Dogs Reduces Stress, Heart Rate

Playing with a dog for just 15 minutes can significantly reduce a person’s stress, a new study reports. Stressed students who interacted with a friendly dog reported less stress, had a reduced heart rate and had lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol in their saliva,… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on March 14, 2025

Expert Advice on How Much Sleep We Really Need

Chances are, if you’re reading this, you got some sleep last night. But are you feeling rested? Experts say it’s an important question to consider. Most of us spend a third of our lives sleeping, but you may need more or less than eight hours a night. The number of hours… Read Full Article (External […]

Published on March 14, 2025