A new study led by scientists at the Perception Dynamics Institute and the University of California San Diego demonstrates ...

Do you experience a welter of detail in many sensory modalities at once? If so, the Global Workspace Theory of consciousness ...

The basic concept of human intelligence entails self-awareness alongside the ability to reason and apply logic to one’s ...

Optical illusions are mind-bending images that challenge our perception and visual skills. These illusions provide deep insights into how our brain processes such complex visual information. Optical ...

Eyewitness memory is frequently inaccurate due to perceptual and cognitive failures, but recent research shows that mood and emotion also contribute to memory errors.

Certain bitter plant compounds — the kind found naturally in cocoa, apples, berries and red wine — may temporarily boost memory by activating the brain's internal "alarm system," a new study suggests.

Five Digit Test (FDT) is an executive function assessment tool designed to be used across the lifespan, from children to the aged. Objective: To provide validity evidence for FDT in the ...

A randomized twin trial found that a daily mix of protein and prebiotics improved performance on a sensitive memory test after 12 weeks. Scientists have been mapping how the gut microbiome ...

Forgetting is normal, but it can make life difficult. You might forget someone’s name seconds after you meet them, blank on where you’ve put your keys, or miss an important birthday. Memories are ...

How the human brain organizes its visual memories through precise neural timing has been discovered. Researchers at the University of Southern California (USC; CA, USA) have made a significant ...

Summary: A new study has uncovered how the brain efficiently encodes and recalls visual memories—by organizing them into categories and using the precise timing of neuronal activity. Researchers ...