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October 2014 PMID 25284006

States of curiosity modulate hippocampus-dependent learning via the dopaminergic circuit.

Matthias J Gruber, Bernard D Gelman, Charan Ranganath

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Throughout these social discussions, there is a strong focus on the importance of curiosity, with posts celebrating the anniversary of the research and referencing its neuroscientific basis, such as the role of midbrain activity and dopamine circuits, which underscores both high interest and engagement. The tone is enthusiastic and reflective, emphasizing the research's relevance for learning and education through words like 'support,' 'toolkit,' and 'spark investigation,' indicating recognition of its potential impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the research, with many praising its neuroscientific insights and potential applications.

InterestHigh interest

Social discussions express high interest, especially in how curiosity influences learning, as seen in mentions of 'curiosity' and 'neuroscientific perspective.'

EngagementHigh engagement

Participants demonstrate deep engagement by referencing specific findings, such as the role of dopamine circuits, and connecting it to educational tools and broader implications.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussions highlight the importance of the findings, they mostly revolve around their potential rather than immediate real-world impact, leading to a moderate score.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that curiosity enhances memory retention both immediately and after a day, especially for information directly related to what participants were curious about.
  • Brain imaging showed increased activity in the midbrain and nucleus accumbens during high curiosity states, indicating these areas are involved in motivation to learn.
  • Individual differences in curiosity-driven memory benefits were linked to activity and connectivity between the midbrain and hippocampus, suggesting that intrinsic curiosity activates reward circuits that facilitate learning.]
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Matthias Gruber
@mjgruber.bsky.social · Bluesky

Happy 10th Birthday to our first paper on curiosity and learning!!!

Oct 22, 2024 · 8 likes · 1 share View post →
Bena Kallick
@benakallick · X

Our toolkit, Growing Learners as Researchers, uses curiosity to spark investigation & research. Our first tool calls this out: "Awakening Curiosity". This research supports this from a neuroscientific perspective: https://t.co/FanQ4lv3kY See the toolkit: https://t.co/g2h1Cnd507 https://t.co/lSyf1L9q6s

Oct 15, 2022 · 4 likes · 2,853 followers View post →
理学療法士_海津陽一 Ph.D.
@copellist · X

やっと原著論文を見つけました 2014年出版で被引用673❗️、モンスターペーパーですね 学習の前に、興味・好奇心を活性化することの威力 そう考えると、学会発表や講演では最初の入り方（興味深い例の低次）や、ストーリー共有が、そのプレゼンの効果にとって重要そうですね

Oct 31, 2022 · 1 like · 10,524 followers View post →
gtchatmod
@gtchatmod · X

States of Curiosity Modulate Hippocampus-Dependent Learning via the Dopaminergic Circuit | Neuron https://t.co/00t01Ljewa #gtchat

Aug 27, 2020 · 1 like · 10,472 followers View post →
Habits of Mind
@habitsofmindllc · X

Our toolkit, Growing Learners as Researchers, is designed around using curiosity to spark investigation & research; the first tool is "Awakening Curiosity". This research supports this from a neuroscientific perspective. https://t.co/xzuPHJ6ETv Toolkit: https://t.co/OZ8JIeERmt https://t.co/GisH6g3bCO

Oct 14, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,362 followers View post →
Matthew Murrie
@MattMurrie · X

"States of Curiosity Modulate Hippocampus-Dependent Learning via the Dopaminergic Circuit," by Matthias J. Gruber, Bernard D. Gelman, Charan Ranganath. 4/10 https://t.co/t5xNr1z3iX https://t.co/d8ZLDptCNg

Jan 15, 2025 · 8,898 followers View post →

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Diamond, A. (2013). Executive Functions Dunning, D., & Kruger, J. (1999). Unskilled and Unaware of It Gruber, M. J., et al. (2014). States of Curiosity Modulate Hippocampus-Dependent Learning via the Dopaminergic Circuit

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Brainfulness
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Matthew Murrie
@MattMurrie · X

"States of Curiosity Modulate Hippocampus-Dependent Learning via the Dopaminergic Circuit," by Matthias J. Gruber, Bernard D. Gelman, Charan Ranganath. 4/10 https://t.co/t5xNr1z3iX https://t.co/d8ZLDptCNg

Jan 15, 2025 · 8,898 followers View post →
Matthias Gruber
@mjgruber.bsky.social · Bluesky

Happy 10th Birthday to our first paper on curiosity and learning!!!

Oct 22, 2024 · 8 likes · 1 share View post →
Integrated Perspective for Life
@InegratedPersp · X

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理学療法士_海津陽一 Ph.D.
@copellist · X

やっと原著論文を見つけました 2014年出版で被引用673❗️、モンスターペーパーですね 学習の前に、興味・好奇心を活性化することの威力 そう考えると、学会発表や講演では最初の入り方（興味深い例の低次）や、ストーリー共有が、そのプレゼンの効果にとって重要そうですね

Oct 31, 2022 · 1 like · 10,524 followers View post →
Bena Kallick
@benakallick · X

Our toolkit, Growing Learners as Researchers, uses curiosity to spark investigation & research. Our first tool calls this out: "Awakening Curiosity". This research supports this from a neuroscientific perspective: https://t.co/FanQ4lv3kY See the toolkit: https://t.co/g2h1Cnd507 https://t.co/lSyf1L9q6s

Oct 15, 2022 · 4 likes · 2,853 followers View post →
Bena Kallick
@benakallick · X

RT @hominstitute: Our toolkit, Growing Learners as Researchers, is designed around using curiosity to spark investigation & research; the f…

Oct 14, 2022 · 1 share · 2,853 followers View post →
Habits of Mind
@habitsofmindllc · X

Our toolkit, Growing Learners as Researchers, is designed around using curiosity to spark investigation & research; the first tool is "Awakening Curiosity". This research supports this from a neuroscientific perspective. https://t.co/xzuPHJ6ETv Toolkit: https://t.co/OZ8JIeERmt https://t.co/GisH6g3bCO

Oct 14, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,362 followers View post →
gtchatmod
@gtchatmod · X

States of Curiosity Modulate Hippocampus-Dependent Learning via the Dopaminergic Circuit | Neuron https://t.co/00t01Ljewa #gtchat

Aug 27, 2020 · 1 like · 10,472 followers View post →
Marja Pirttivaara
@Marja_P · X

Worth of being #curious (and funny) : States of Curiosity Modulate Hippocampus-Dependent Learning via the Dopaminergic Circuit: Neuron https://t.co/ixRN3QMpGj

Jan 23, 2020 · 1,511 followers View post →
NootropicReddit
@NootropicReddit · X

States of Curiosity Modulate Hippocampus-Dependent Learning via the Dopaminergic Circuit.2014 via /r/Nootropics https://t.co/WimXtDD1ta

Jun 2, 2019 · 787 followers View post →
nr1woman
@nr1woman · X

States of Curiosity Modulate Hippocampus-Dependent Learning via the Dopaminergic Circuit: Neuron https://t.co/o44xgvE1u7

Jan 14, 2019 · 1,082 followers View post →