Electrophysiological Signatures of Distinct Working Memory Subprocesses That Predict Long-term Memory Success

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO · May 26, 2023

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This observational study at the University of Chicago is trying to understand how brain activity, measured with EEG, relates to working memory and how that brain activity predicts long-term memory. Healthy young adults will perform a memory task where they view pictures and later decide if they’ve seen them before, rating their confidence. The researchers will look at how brain signals during the task relate to which pictures people remember later, using computer methods to see if patterns can predict memory success. There is no treatment or drug involved.

Eligibility is for adults aged 18–35 who have normal or corrected vision and are fluent in English. About 96 people are planned to participate. If eligible, you’ll join at the University of Chicago in Chicago, with sessions totaling about three hours. You’ll view pictures, have your brain activity recorded, and then complete the memory test, including reporting whether items are old or new. The study plans to share de-identified data publicly after publication. If you want more details or to learn about joining, you can contact the study team led by researchers including Megan deBettencourt, Ed Vogel, and Ed Awh.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • normal or corrected to normal vision
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • non-fluent in English