Everyone knows the feeling: you are certain that something happened in a particular way, but later it turns out differently. Sometimes we remember things that never happened or we mix up events. But how come? And why is it important to investigate this?

Our memory plays a crucial role in everyday life. We rely on it when making choices, learning new things and in dealing with others. In the courtroom a good memory is essential, for instance when it comes to witness statements. But what if our memory is not always that reliable? By learning more about this, we can develop techniques to support people to process and remember information in their daily lives.

Everyone knows the feeling: you are certain that something happened in a particular way, but later it turns out differently. Sometimes we remember things that never happened or we mix up events. But how come? And why is it important to investigate this?

Our memory plays a crucial role in everyday life. We rely on it when making choices, learning new things and in dealing with others. In the courtroom a good memory is essential, for instance when it comes to witness statements. But what if our memory is not always that reliable? By learning more about this, we can develop techniques to support people to process and remember information in their daily lives.