A study on the brain and consciousness finds that a living, isolated part of the brain does not stay aware, but instead enters a permanent, deep sleep-like state.
Deep sleep supports memory via brain fluid and neural rhythms - EurekAlert!
Deep sleep seems to lead to more eureka moments
Positive emotions plus deep sleep equals longer-lasting perceptual memories - EurekAlert
Positive emotions plus deep sleep equals longer-lasting perceptual memories
Literal Brainwashing: How Deep Sleep Clears Your Mind
How deep sleep clears a mouse's mind, literally
How deep sleep clears a mouse’s mind, literally - EurekAlert
How deep sleep clears a mouse’s mind, literally - EurekAlert
Unlock the Science of Deep Sleep and Memory Formation
Why deep sleep is helpful for memory
Why deep sleep is helpful for memory - EurekAlert
How the Brain Summons Deep Sleep to Speed Healing
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Improving deep sleep may prevent dementia, study finds
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