Been There? Done That? If You Are Sure, Thank Your ‘Memory Cells’

Been There? Done That? If You Are Sure, Thank Your ‘Memory Cells’

Recording the activity of single neurons in humans, Cedars-Sinai-led research explains one aspect of the brain’s complex memory-formation process. The witness on the stand says he saw the accused at the scene of the crime. Is he sure? How sure? The jury’s verdict could hinge on that level of certainty. Many decisions we make every day are influenced by our memories and the confidence we have in them. But very little is known about how we decide whether we can trust a memory or not.