Margaret O'Connor
Associate professor of neurology and former chair of the Medical Advisory Board of the Alzheimer's Association who offers clinical insights on memory, confabulation, and memory strategies for patients.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 29min
How memory works (and doesn’t)
Join memory experts Dan Schacter, a professor known for his insights on memory errors, Dr. Margaret O'Connor, a neurology specialist focused on Alzheimer’s, and neuroscientist Venki Murthy, who studies neural circuits of perception. They delve into how memory is a constructive process rather than a mere recording. Discover how sensory cues like smell can trigger vivid recollections, the role of distinctiveness in memory retention, and practical strategies for enhancing recall such as spaced repetition and chunking.
