Brain zapping study reveals Memory's role in speech learning
NCT ID NCT04818268
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how memory for speech sounds and movements helps people learn to speak. Researchers used a gentle magnetic pulse to temporarily quiet a part of the brain linked to memory, then tested how well healthy adults could adjust their speech. The goal was to understand the brain's role in speech learning, not to treat any condition.
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McGill University
Montreal, Quebec, H3A1G1, Canada
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