Involved in learning short term memory spatial memory and is damaged by alzheimer?

The region of the brain involved in learning short-term memory and spatial memory, and is commonly affected by Alzheimer's disease, is the hippocampus. The hippocampus is located in the medial temporal lobe and plays a crucial role in the formation and retrieval of memories. Damage to the hippocampus can result in difficulties with learning new information and navigating spatial environments, which are common symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.