Deciphering how the brain encodes color and shape: Study reveals how the brain processes the external world using overlapping visual circuits On 2019-07-02 There are hundreds of thousands of distinct colors and shapes that a person can distinguish visually, but how does the […]
How the Internet may be changing the brain On 2019-06-05 An international team of researchers from Western Sydney University, Harvard University, Kings College, Oxford University and University of Manchester have […]
Good sleep quality and good mood lead to good working memory with age On 2019-05-13 A team of psychologists has found strong associations between working memory — a fundamental building block of a functioning mind […]
Dataset bridges human vision and machine learning: Neuroscience, computer vision collaborate to better understand visual information processing On 2019-05-07 Neuroscientists and computer vision scientists say a new dataset of unprecedented size — comprising brain scans of four volunteers who […]
Brain imaging lie detector can be beaten with simple techniques On 2019-05-06 People have certain physical ‘tells’ when they conceal information — and studies show that good liars can prevent these ‘tells’ […]
Playing video games generally not harmful to boys’ social development On 2019-04-23 The popularity of interactive video games has sparked concern among parents, educators, and policymakers about how the games affect children […]
New mathematical model could be key to designing effective therapies for brain disorders On 2019-03-29 The G-protein-coupled receptors are present in many neurological and psychological disorders thanks to the activation of G proteins. In addition […]
A new approach to an old question: How do we actually cooperate? Researchers investigate how cooperation among people is affected by population structure On 2019-03-06 In the animal kingdom, birds band together to ward off predators, and honeybees work collectively to benefit the entire hive. […]
Catch me if you can: Study reveals disguises are surprisingly effective On 2019-02-20 Superficial but deliberate changes in someone’s facial appearance — such as a new hairstyle or complexion — are surprisingly effective […]
Attention training improves intelligence and functioning of children’s brain On 2018-12-11 Being able to voluntarily regulate our attention is crucial for mental processes such as intelligence and learning in children. Therefore, […]