Scientists Develop Nasal Spray That Improves Memory
Thursday, October 1, 2009 - 09:21
in Health & Medicine
Good news for procrastinating students: a nasal spray developed by scientists promises to give late night cram sessions a major boost, if a good night's sleep follows. Scientists show that a molecule from the body's immune system (interleukin-6) when administered through the nose helps the brain retain emotional and procedural memories during REM sleep.