Brain Activity Persists in Hippocampus During Anesthesia

Published: 2026-06-01T13:58:10Z
Category: science
Source: Science News
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Recent research indicates that specific neurons in the hippocampus remain active under general anesthesia. These neurons can reportedly detect sounds, interpret language, and anticipate words. This finding suggests that certain complex brain functions might occur without conscious awareness.

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