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Anodal and cathodal cortical polarization, previously hypothesized to be effective in influencing learning consolidation, was s given to 18 rats following a learning task. Results showed significant difference in, performance as a function of the direction of current flow.
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Berry, S.D., Sim, D.G. & Snyder, C.W. Cortical polarization effects on consolidation of avoidance learning in rats. Psychon Sci 16, 20–21 (1969). https://doi.org/10.3758/BF03331891
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