ScienceAlert May 08, 2026 • 02:26

Is The Brain Born 'Blank' or 'Full'? New Study Reveals a Surprise - ScienceAlert

By Michael Irving

A strange mouse study suggests that the brain isn't a 'blank slate' at birth, waiting for memories to be written onto it.

A strange mouse study suggests that the brain isn't a 'blank slate' at birth, waiting for memories to be written onto it.
Instead, it appears to start life 'full' and messy, optimizing itself as it … [+2926 chars]

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Is The Brain Born 'Blank' or 'Full'? New Study Reveals a Surprise - ScienceAlert

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