Randomly fluctuating neural connections may implement a consolidation mechanism that explains classic memory laws [PDF]
How can we reconcile the massive fluctuations in neural connections with a stable long-term memory? Two-photon microscopy studies have revealed that large portions of neural connections (spines, synapses) are unexpectedly active, changing unpredictably ...
Jaap M. J. Murre
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Memory laws in vulnerable societies [PDF]
The paper explores the connection between memory laws and the historical interpretation of conflict in certain societies. The author uses the analytical concept of vulnerable society to define the research subject.
Vučić Mihajlo A.
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Waking up Demons: Bad Legislation for an Even Worse Case
(Series Information) European Papers - A Journal on Law and Integration, 2020 5(3), 1171-1189 | Article | (Table of Contents) I. Introduction. - II. The legislative initiatives of 2006. - III.
Mirosław Wyrzykowski
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Under the State Supervision: Academic History in Putin’s Russia. An interview with Alexander Makhov
In the interview, a young researcher, Alexander Makhov, recounts his first-hand experience of studying the relationship between public authorities and academic historians in 21st century Russia, in particular the way in which state memory policy ...
Davide Cocetti
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Epilogue: Mnemonic Constitutionalism in Central and Eastern Europe
(Series Information) European Papers - A Journal on Law and Integration, 2020 5(3), 1231-1246 | Article | (Table of Contents) I. Introduction: the Special Section and the MELA Project. - II. Mnemonic constitutionalism and a wider challenge of mnemocracy.
Uladzislau Belavusau +1 more
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Can Memory and Truth Be Tailored by Law? Memory Law and the Right to the Truth in Rwanda
The concept of memory laws has been gaining attention for the past few years. It is commonly defined as legal provisions governing history, including repressive measures against the denial of past crimes.
Małgorzata Myl-Chojnacka
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“Right to Truth” and Memory Laws: General Rules and Practical Implications [PDF]
The “right to truth” relates to the obligation of the state to provide information about the circumstances surrounding serious violations of human rights. Despite its increasing recognition, the concept raises questions as to its scope and implementation
Grażyna, Aleksandra
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Historians, Memory Laws, and the Politics of the Past
(Series Information) European Papers - A Journal on Law and Integration, 2020 5(1), 107-117 | Article | (Table of Contents) I. Historians against memory laws. - II. Historical memory and criminal law. - III. Universal values and particularistic memories.
Nikolay Koposov
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On the Frontline of European Memory Wars: Memory Laws and Policy in Ukraine
(Series Information) European Papers - A Journal on Law and Integration, 2020 5(1), 119-136 | Article | (Table of Contents) I. Introduction. - II. Dealing with the communist past: the Ukrainian case. - II.1. Ukraine's waves of decommunization.
Alina Cherviatsova
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Historical Memory in Post-communist Europe and the Rule of Law: An Introduction
(Series Information) European Papers - A Journal on Law and Integration, 2020 5(1), 95-106 | Article | (Table of Contents) I. Introductory remarks. - II. The governance of historical memory in Europe. - III. The rule of law. - VI.
Grażyna Baranowska +1 more
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