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Working Memory 2.0
DOI:10.1016/j.neuron.2018.09.023.png)
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Working memory is the fundamental function by which we break free from reflexive input-output reactions to gain control over our own thoughts. It has two types of mechanisms: online maintenance of information and its volitional or executive control. Classic models proposed persistent spiking for maintenance but have not explicitly addressed executive control. We review recent theoretical and empirical studies that suggest updates and additions to the classic model. Synaptic weight changes between sparse bursts of spiking strengthen working memory maintenance. Executive control acts via interplay between network oscillations in gamma (30-100 Hz) in superficial cortical layers ( layers 2 and 3) and alpha and beta (10-30 Hz) in deep cortical layers (layers 5 and 6). Deep-layer alpha and beta are associated with top-down information and inhibition. It regulates the flow of bottom-up sensory information associated with superficial layer gamma. We propose that interactions between different rhythms in distinct cortical layers underlie working memory maintenance and its volitional control.
Keywords:
GAMMA-BAND ACTIVITY
SELECTIVE VISUAL-ATTENTION
SHORT-TERM-MEMORY
PREFRONTAL CORTEX
NEURAL MECHANISMS
NEURONAL-ACTIVITY
ALPHA-OSCILLATIONS
TOP-DOWN
INDIVIDUAL-DIFFERENCES
MEDIODORSAL NUCLEUS
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