Daniel L. Schacter
Born in 1952
wjh.harvard.edu
Psychology
Daniel L. Schacter is a Harvard University Professor of Psychology renowned for his research on human memory and amnesia.
His work focuses on conscious and nonconscious memory forms, brain mechanisms of memory distortion, and aging effects on memory.
Schacter employs cognitive testing and brain imaging techniques in his studies.
He has authored three books, edited seven volumes, and published over 200 scientific articles.
His research covers topics such as Alzheimer's Disease, memory neuroscience, and false memory issues.
Schacter is particularly known for his integrative reviews, including a seminal 1987 review of implicit memory.
