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Researchers reveal unique “tagging” mechanism that guides the sleeping brain in remembering key thoughts

Friday 28 August 2026

Why do we remember certain moments while forgetting others? Every day, our minds are bombarded with thousands of pieces of information, yet our brains have a limited capacity to consolidate these experiences into lasting memories. This means we need a way to hold on to what is most important, and disregard irrelevant details.

National Student Survey shows strengths of Psychology at York

Monday 3 August 2026

The results of the 2026 National Student Survey have revealed the strengths of the Department of Biology in ‘Teaching On My Course.

11th in the UK: Complete University Guide 2027

Thursday 9 July 2026

York is ranked 11th in the UK for psychology in the latest release of the Complete University Guide league tables (2027).

UK polling clerks struggle to spot fake IDs, study reveals

Wednesday 4 February 2026

The introduction of mandatory photo ID in the 2024 general election may not have provided the security boost promised by the government, new research suggests.