The formation of memories may be found in the spatial and temporal relationship between molecules, and when they are active during this process.
Two types of molecules play a role in the formation of intermediate-term (hours) and long-term (days) memories. By contrast, only one is active for short-term memories (less than 30 minutes).
These insights into the molecular architecture of memory formation may provide a better roadmap for developing therapeutic interventions for memory-related afflictions.
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