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Discovery of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) (1982) - Identification of this crucial protein that supports survival of existing neurons and encourages growth and differentiation of new neurons and synapses.

First Description of Amnesia Following Hippocampal Damage (1957) - Brenda Milner published her observations of patient H.M., establishing the hippocampus as essential for forming new memories.