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Working Memory and Consciousness

Updated 2026-07-04 01:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Scientists are exploring the connection between working memory and consciousness, suggesting that working memory may play a crucial role in our awareness.

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Scientific American

How working memory could give rise to consciousness

Working memory is the information we need to access to complete the tasks we’re engaged in right now, and scientists think it may be closely entwined with consciousness

2026-07-04 00:00 UTC