記憶研究の最前線(記憶研究の最前線,第22回大会 特別講演)
2004 年 23 巻 1 号 p. 31-36
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2004 年 23 巻 1 号 p. 31-36
The main purpose of this paper is to predict future trends in memory research, based on an analysis of present research activities. In the first section of the paper, the history of memory research since Ebbinghaus, H. (1885) is briefly described noting a number of epoch-making studies over the last 100 years. In the second section, the current state of memory research is discussed in terms of historical trends. In particular, three characteristics of current memory research are highlighted: (1) the shifts from 'behavioral' to 'cognitive' and from 'quantitative' to 'qualitative' based research approaches; (2) the move from laboratory research to everyday memory research, addressing societal problems; and (3) the diversity in research methodology, reflecting more interdisciplinary collaboration. Finally, three trends for future research are proposed: (a) principle-seeking research, which can also make indirect social contributions; (b) problem-solving research related to our everyday lives and society; and (c) special period-relevant research, such as computer support of human memory. In conclusion, it is important that memory research contributes to human well-being.
