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NYU Researchers Uncover Brain Circuit for Memory and Emotion

2/19/2025

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A groundbreaking discovery by researchers at NYU Langone Health has unveiled a new brain circuit connecting the entorhinal cortex and hippocampus. This circuit allows for swift evaluation of sensory information by blending memories and emotions, offering hope for improved treatments for PTSD and autism. The findings deepen our understanding of how we process sensory experiences and memory disorders.

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Story summary

A groundbreaking discovery by researchers at NYU Langone Health has unveiled a new brain circuit connecting the entorhinal cortex and hippocampus. This circuit allows for swift evaluation of sensory information by blending memories and emotions, offering hope for improved treatments for PTSD and autism. The findings deepen our understanding of how we process sensory experiences and memory disorders.