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Differential Associations Between Distinct Components of Cognitive Function and Mobility: Implications for Understanding Aging, Turning and Dual-Task Walking

Objective: Cognition and mobility are interrelated. However, this association can be impacted by the specific facets of cognition and mobility that are measured, and further by the different task conditions, single- versus dual-task walking, under which these associations are evaluated. Systematically studying the multiple facets of cognitive-mobility associations under both the task conditions is critical […]

Published on July 2, 2019

Consolidating the Case for Transient Hippocampal Memory Traces

Moscovitch and Nadel maintain that remote memory traces endure in the hippocampus [1], despite a wealth of evidence demonstrating rapid structural and functional turnover [2]. They outline the key studies that support their view. However, we consider this evidence inconclusive and often contradictory. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on July 1, 2019

Sculpting Remote Memory: Enduring Hippocampal Traces and vmPFC Reconstructive Processes

Barry and Maguire’s (hereafter B&M) recent take in TiCS on the role of the hippocampus in remote memory retrieval, that it has a (scene) constructive role, rather than being part of the long-lasting representation of rich and detailed episodic memories, is both thoughtful and provocative [1]. They make two main claims: (i) the underlying cellular […]

Published on July 1, 2019