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September 2019 PMID 31550479

How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep.

Penelope A Lewis, Daniel Bendor

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The discussions primarily focus on promoting the publication, with posts sharing its key topic—how TMR can strengthen memories during sleep—using wording like 'new paper' and 'promotes.' Some posts mention the authors or related fields, indicating engagement, but overall, the tone remains informational and supportive, reflecting recognizing its scientific value without extensive critique or exploration.

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Most posts acknowledge the significance of the research, using positive language like 'new paper' and 'promotes' which indicates support and recognition of its importance.

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The discussions demonstrate moderate curiosity, with posts sharing the study's relevance to sleep and memory but lacking in detailed analysis or critique. The enthusiasm is evident but not highly intense.

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Participants note the article's content or authors, suggesting a degree of engagement, such as referencing authors or related work, but few delve into deeper implications or future directions.

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The use of terms like 'promotes' and mentions of the study's potential to advance understanding suggest perceived moderate impact, though not portrayed as revolutionary.

Abstract in brief

  • Targeted Memory Reactivation (TMR) is a method developed over the past decade that can selectively strengthen memories during sleep, supporting the idea that sleep plays a crucial role in memory consolidation.
  • Studies show that TMR works by increasing the reactivation of specific memories, and this enhanced reactivation predicts better subsequent memory performance, bridging understanding between neural replay in animals and humans.
  • The research highlights the potential of TMR to advance our knowledge of how memories are replayed and strengthened during sleep, opening new avenues for future scientific exploration.]
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DoellerLab
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How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Bendor in @CurrentBiology https://t.co/AvuLMoM3hh

Sep 26, 2019 · 23 likes · 9 shares · 6,544 followers View post →
UCL Experimental Psychology
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"How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by Penelope Lewis and Daniel Bendor @dbendor: https://t.co/YM7XfQNGnr https://t.co/Iw9dzWXUcj

Oct 30, 2019 · 18 likes · 10 shares · 8,742 followers View post →
Current Biology
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RT @EP_UCL: "How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by…

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Current Biology
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RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

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UCL Psych & Lang Sci
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RT @EP_UCL: "How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by…

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Diana Tamir
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Open Access UCL Research: How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep https://t.co/VoTLhorhSy

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DrEAMSLab
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Subash Dhakal (Ph.D.)
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RT @EP_UCL: "How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by…

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Dr Zachariah Cross
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RT @EP_UCL: "How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by…

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Stéphanie Trouche
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UCL Psych & Lang Sci
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RT @EP_UCL: "How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by…

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Diana Tamir
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RT @EP_UCL: "How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by…

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Haakon Engen
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RT @EP_UCL: "How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by…

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Thomas Schreiner
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RT @EP_UCL: "How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by…

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Current Biology
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RT @EP_UCL: "How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by…

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UCL Experimental Psychology
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"How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep". - New paper in @CurrentBiology by Penelope Lewis and Daniel Bendor @dbendor: https://t.co/YM7XfQNGnr https://t.co/Iw9dzWXUcj

Oct 30, 2019 · 18 likes · 10 shares · 8,742 followers View post →
Frederik D. Weber
@freweber · X

RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

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Sleep Disorders News & Research
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RT @Sleep_Bio: How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes theÂSelective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep. https://t.co/fBCeiI6rIg #sleep

Sep 27, 2019 · 1 share · 197 followers View post →
Dori Derdikman
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RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

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Casper Kerrén
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RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

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Monika Schönauer
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RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

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Abdel.rayan
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RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

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Diana Tamir
@DianaTamir · X

RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

Sep 26, 2019 · 9 shares · 4,141 followers View post →
Current Biology
@CurrentBiology · X

RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

Sep 26, 2019 · 9 shares · 48,205 followers View post →
Thomas Schreiner
@th_schreiner · X

RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

Sep 26, 2019 · 9 shares · 1,435 followers View post →
Elizabeth Siefert
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RT @doellerlab: How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Ben…

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DoellerLab
@doellerlab · X

How Targeted #Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of #Memories in Sleep. Minireview by P Lewis & D Bendor in @CurrentBiology https://t.co/AvuLMoM3hh

Sep 26, 2019 · 23 likes · 9 shares · 6,544 followers View post →
AnonRere
@AnonRere · X

How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes the Selective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep https://t.co/aAcpGpl2jV #biology #cell

Sep 25, 2019 · 2,209 followers View post →
Sleep Disorders News & Research
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How Targeted Memory Reactivation Promotes theÂSelective Strengthening of Memories in Sleep. https://t.co/fBCeiI6rIg #sleep

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