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Memory Hackers

Memory is the glue that binds our mental lives. Without it, we’d be prisoners of the present, unable to use the lessons of the past to change our future. From our first kiss to where we put our keys, memory represents who we are and how we learn and navigate the world. But how does it work? Neuroscientists using cutting-edge techniques are exploring the precise molecular mechanisms of memory. By studying a range of individuals ranging—from an 11-year-old whiz-kid who remembers every detail of his life to a woman who had memories implanted—scientists have uncovered a provocative idea. For much of human history, memory has been seen as a tape recorder that faithfully registers information and replays intact. But now, researchers are discovering that memory is far more malleable, always being written and rewritten, not just by us but by others. We are discovering the precise mechanisms that can explain and even control our memories. The question is—are we ready?

English
  • Originally Aired February 10, 2016
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Code 4307
  • Network PBS
  • Created October 6, 2017 by
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  • Modified April 15, 2023 by
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Name Type Role
Michael Bicks Writer
Jan Maxwell Guest Star
Anna Lee Strachan Director