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Pupil Size Reveals Secrets of Memory Consolidation

1/6/2025

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During non-REM sleep, pupil size plays a crucial role in memory consolidation. Researchers discovered that contracted pupils signal the processing of new memories, while dilated pupils are linked to older ones, safeguarding against "catastrophic forgetting." This groundbreaking study from Cornell University, published in Nature, could revolutionize memory techniques for both humans and artificial intelligence.

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During non-REM sleep, pupil size plays a crucial role in memory consolidation. Researchers discovered that contracted pupils signal the processing of new memories, while dilated pupils are linked to older ones, safeguarding against "catastrophic forgetting." This groundbreaking study from Cornell University, published in Nature, could revolutionize memory techniques for both humans and artificial intelligence.