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Collaborative Inhibition: The Surprising Effect of Recalling Information in Groups
It is often said that “Two heads are better than one,” but do memory researchers agree? This article discusses the surprising effect known as collaborative inhibition.
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Are you bad at math? Or do you have Developmental Dyscalculia? What it is and current directions of treatment
A discussion about the potential use of noninvasive brain stimulation to treat children with Developmental Dyscalculia.
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The Use of Eye-Trackers in Research
Learn what eye trackers are, what metrics they record, and how they are used in industry and academia
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A Lifetime of Knowledge Can Benefit Memory in Old Age
Overall, memory declines as we age, but prior knowledge may be able to benefit memory in old age.
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The Dangers of Fluency
Fluency is a useful cognitive tool that we use when choosing study strategies, buying products, and assessing information accuracy. Yet, there are times when fluency can mislead us and result in meaningful consequences.
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ASMR: Explaining an Experience
This article is authored by Sydney Simon and Lucy Cui and is a part of the 2018 pre-graduate spotlight week. Fingernails tapping on plastic, the sharp snips of metal scissors cutting hair, droplets of water plopping into a puddle; many consider these sounds satisfying or relaxing. In fact, some individuals experience a physical sensation…
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How the Brain Makes Sure You Don’t Miss Lunch-dates. (Hint: Use Smartphones)
Future intentions are difficult to remember. Luckily, we adapt by using external devices such as smartphones and calendars.
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A look behind a changing mind
What’s going on in the brain when someone does change their mind? Understanding neural systems underlying belief maintenance can bring scientists closer to communicating new research in a way that makes people more amenable to updating their beliefs.
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The Overview Effect
“It’s hard to explain how amazing and magical this experience is. First of all, there’s the astounding beauty and diversity of the planet itself, scrolling across your view at what appears to be a smooth, stately pace… I’m happy to report that no amount of prior study or training can fully prepare anybody for the…
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Biological and Environmental Impacts on Emotion Regulation
A fundamental aspect of the human experience is undeniably emotion. Love, anger, happiness, fear: these are concepts that we are all intimately familiar with, but their subjective experience can vary widely person to person.