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Can you learn in your sleep? Yes, and here's how

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Scientists can target and consolidate specific memories during sleep by using auditory cues. New research reveals the mechanism that makes this possible.

Sleep is known to be crucial for learning and memory formation. What’s more, scientists have even managed to pick out specific memories and consolidate them during sleep. However, the exact mechanisms behind this were unknown — until now. Share on Pinterest We may one day be able to induce brain waves that will enable us to learn in our sleep. Those among us who grew up with the popular cartoon “ Dexter’s Laboratory ” might remember the famous episode wherein Dexter’s trying to learn French overnight. He creates a device that helps him to learn in his sleep by playing French phrases to him. Of

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