APS

29th APS Annual Convention · 2017

Improvement in Motor Skill Following a Short Period of Wakefulness Does Not Depend on Post-Learning Activity

Boston, MA · May 2017

Poster Session · Cognitive

  • Graelyn Humiston
    Furman University
  • Erin Wamsley
    Furman University

Abstract

Performance on the Motor Sequence Task (MST) shows a temporary “boost” 15 minutes after training. Here, we report that this performance improvement occurs regardless of whether this 15-minute interval consists of active wake or quiet rest.

Cognitive Neuroscience

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