Retrieval as a Fast Route to Memory Consolidation

James W. Antony; Catarina S. Ferreira; Kenneth A. Norman; Maria Wimber

doi:10.1016/j.tics.2017.05.001

Retrieval as a Fast Route to Memory Consolidation

James W. Antony, Catarina S. Ferreira, Kenneth A. Norman, Maria Wimber

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Abstract

Retrieval-mediated learning is a powerful way to make memories last, but its neurocognitive mechanisms remain unclear. We propose that retrieval acts as a rapid consolidation event, supporting the creation of adaptive hippocampal–neocortical representations via the ‘online’ reactivation of associative information. We describe parallels between online retrieval and offline consolidation and offer testable predictions for future research.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	573-576
Number of pages	4
Journal	Trends in Cognitive Sciences
Volume	21
Issue number	8
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tics.2017.05.001
State	Published - Aug 2017

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Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Cognitive Neuroscience

Keywords

consolidation
episodic memory
long-term memory
reactivation
replay
retrieval-mediated learning
sleep
testing effect

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