How does the brain remember? Distinct pathways for voluntary and involuntary recall.

Memories can involuntarily come to mind out of nowhere. These spontaneous flashes often feel vivid and emotionally powerful. A new study in PLOS Biology reveals that involuntary and voluntary memory rely on distinct brain mechanisms.

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Main Authors: Xiaoqing Hu, Shengzi Zeng
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Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2025-08-01
Series:PLoS Biology
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pbio.3003328
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