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Even mild physical activity immediately improves memory function

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Giorgio Bertini

People who include a little yoga or tai chi in their day may be more likely to remember where they put their keys. Researchers at the University of California, Irvine and Japan’s University of Tsukuba found that even very light … Continue reading →

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Theories of Memory and Aging: A Look at the Past and a Glimpse of the Future

Posted on August 27, 2017 by Giorgio Bertini

The present article reviews theories of memory and aging over the past 50 years. Particularly notable is a progression from early single-mechanism perspectives to complex multifactorial models proposed to account for commonly observed age deficits in memory function. The seminal … Continue reading →

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