Learning & Memory Blog

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Jan 18, 2026 MemoDurable Team

The Science of Distributed Practice and Retrieval: What 317 Experiments Tell Us

A landmark meta-analysis of over 300 experiments reveals why spacing your study sessions dramatically outperforms cramming, and how to find your optimal review intervals.

Jan 12, 2026 MemoDurable Team

Why Testing Beats Rereading: The Surprising Power of Retrieval Practice

Landmark research by Roediger and Karpicke reveals that testing yourself is far more effective than reviewing notes, but only if you wait long enough to see the difference.