New Delhi: (RightNow) A recent study reveals that seemingly forgotten memories are not completely erased from the brain. These memories can remain dormant and may be reactivated through specific environments or cues.

The research involved experiments on fruit flies, showing that memories formed in a particular environment can be reactivated when a similar environment is provided. This indicates that some memories become dormant over time, making them not immediately accessible.

Experts state that the human memory system is highly complex and flawed. Many memories weaken over time, while some can suddenly reappear with specific triggers, despite seeming to have vanished.

According to experts, the brain can retrieve real memories and sometimes create false ones, a phenomenon not yet fully understood.

It is important to note that this research could aid in understanding how memories are stored in the brain and highlight the role of environmental cues.