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Currently, the developer collaborates with healthcare providers like NTUC Health to refine and test Rewind in clinical settings, aspiring for wider adoption. The goal is to provide a simple, accessible device that enhances quality of life for those with memory issues, including early-stage dementia.
The Power of Writing and Active Engagement
Switching gears to everyday strategies, Professor Stephen Pan from the National University of Singapore’s Learning Sciences Lab explores how learning techniques such as writing influence memory. He explains that writing actively involves multiple brain regions—decoding visual information, organizing thoughts, and motor planning—making it more effective for retention than passive reading or typing.