Brain Scientists Finally Discover the Glue that Makes Memories Stick for a Lifetime: A long-running research endeavor reveals key chemical players that cement memories in place — and still more have yet to be discovered
Studies with rodents advance our understanding of how memories form: A new study in Science Advances builds on previous research with rats by demonstrating that the interaction between protein kinase Mzeta and the targeting molecule KIBRA is essential for memory formation, with tests showing that disrupting this interaction disrupts memory in mice. Senior Author Todd Sacktor recognizes the therapeutic potential of this research and envisions the possibility of memory rejuvenation through gene therapy.