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However, a conundrum arises: countless experiences update the cognitive map throughout the day, but only some require preservation. The question then is, what systems does the hippocampus invoke to prioritize certain memories for later consolidation while still in the waking state?
The Study and Its Findings
Recent investigations have identified a crucial discovery regarding memory tagging. Previous observations indicated that sharp wave ripples also occur when the brain is awake, especially during moments of stillness. But why would the brain replay memories when the neocortex is unprepared for consolidation?