Neuroscience

Repetition is a key element of learning. If you want to remember something, come back to it again and again. But when and how you revisit information matters. Decades of research have shown that people recall information better in the long term when they return to that material over time,…

Summary: A new study examines the possibility of consciousness in artificial systems, focusing on ruling out scenarios where AI appears conscious without actually being so. Using the free energy principle, the study highlights that while some information processes of living organisms can be simulated by computers, the causal structure differences between…

Summary: A new study suggests that a healthy prenatal diet may lower the risk of autism and social communication difficulties in children, according to researchers who analyzed data from two large cohort studies in Norway and the UK. The study involved 84,548 mother-infant pairs from the Norwegian Mother, Father, and Child…

Summary: A new study reveals how our brains remember the faces of caregivers and loved ones. Researchers discovered that the same brain mechanism used to remember the value of objects is also involved in associating faces with familiarity and social bonds. This finding sheds light on the neural basis of social…

Summary: A new study reveals that resilient individuals show improved brain function and healthier gut microbiomes. The research highlights that resilient people have better emotional regulation and lower inflammation. This study is the first to explore the connection between resilience, brain activity, and gut health. The findings suggest potential new treatments…

Brain research suggests starting your day this way can greatly reduce cortisol levels and keep your mind clear of clutter. The workplace is a magnet for stress and anxiety. You’ve probably come home after a bad day filled with frustration and annoyance from the day’s events, as I have. Whether it’s…

Summary: A new study reveals that mindfulness helps improve sleep quality and reduce stress by focusing on the present and minimizing negative thoughts. The study tracked 144 nurses over two weeks, highlighting how mindfulness influences emotion regulation and overall well-being. These findings offer valuable insights for employers aiming to reduce work-related…

Summary: A new study reveals that the brain’s cortex can self-organize during development, transforming unorganized inputs into highly structured activity patterns. This self-organization is guided by mathematical rules similar to those found in other natural systems. Disruptions in these patterns could impact sensory perception and contribute to neurodevelopmental disorders like autism…

Summary: A new study explains how the brain excels at recognizing objects in both color and black-and-white images. Researchers found that early exposure to limited color information forces the brain to rely on luminance for object recognition. This early adaptation allows the brain to later incorporate color information without losing the…

Summary: Researchers shed light on how human brains handle decisions that impact others, particularly when options conflict. In their study, participants engaged in tasks designed to assess their preference integration and decision-making processes for both personal and others’ benefits. By using brain imaging techniques, the study showed that the reward system…