# Learning-associated astrocyte ensembles regulate memory recall

*PRI Rank #9 · Topics and Trends in Most Cited Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology Research Papers, Class of 2026*

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| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Rank | #9 |
| 18m citations | 74 |
| Journal | Nature |
| Year | 2024 |
| DOI | 10.1038/s41586-024-08170-w |
| Corresponding authors | Benjamin Deneen |
| Institution | Baylor College of Medicine, United States |

**Ranking page:** [Topics and Trends in Most Cited Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology Research Papers, Class of 2026](https://pri.pepkio.com/top-papers/neuroscience-and-neuropharmacology-research/2026)

**Paper link:** [10.1038/s41586-024-08170-w](https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-024-08170-w)

## Topics

astrocyte ensembles · Memory retrieval · learning-associated astrocytes · Memory engrams · Calcium imaging · chemogenetic manipulation · fear conditioning · hippocampus · Astrocyte-neuron interactions · memory encoding · Ensemble reactivation · activity-dependent labeling · Memory retrieval · glial modulation of memory

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