FeaturedNeuroscience·November 27, 2017·4 min read‘Mind’s Eye Blink’ Proves ‘Paying Attention’ Is Not Just a Figure of SpeechAccording to researchers, when shifting attention from one spot to another, the brain blinks. They report these blinks are momentary unconscious gaps in visual perception.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 17, 2013·2 min read‘Chemobrain’ Linked to Disrupted Brain NetworksPatients who experience chemobrain after treatment for cancer show brain network disruptions, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 22, 2019·4 min read‘Microdosers’ of psychedelics report improved mood, focus and creativityThose who microdose psychedelics report improved mood, greater focus, and increased creativity. A new study looks at the positive outcomes of microdosing and suggests others look at potential long-term negative consequences of using psychedelics.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·August 10, 2016·3 min read“Cultural Learners” in the CradleA new study reports infants pay more attention to native speakers of their own language.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 31, 2022·4 min read“Do You See What I See?” Study Shows Cross-Cultural Variation in Maternal Focus During Parent-Child InteractionsStudy sheds new light on the roles of social interactions and cultural diversity in the development of attention.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscience·January 24, 2017·2 min readA Brain Wide Chemical Signal That Enhances MemoryAcetylcholine is released in higher amounts when the brain is engaged in more challenging mental tasks, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 8, 2022·6 min readA Class of Meditative Practices That Produces Different Effects From Mindfulness-Related MeditationStudy identifies a different class of meditative practices that seek to employ and regulate the state of stress an individual experiences, rather than reduce it, to achieve a more heightened state of focus and attention.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 3, 2023·4 min readA Handful of Blueberries a Day Could Help Improve Brain FunctionAdding a handful of blueberries to your daily diet can help reduce blood pressure, improve memory and cognitive function, and boost reaction times.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 14, 2017·1 min readA Link Between Spacing Out and Giving UpA new study reports those whose minds wander less are more likely to stick to long term goals.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 20, 2019·5 min readA surprising new source of attention in the brainThe posterior inferotemporal cortex plays a critical role in attention. Researchers say the discovery may require rethinking old concepts of attentional control.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·March 5, 2015·4 min readAbnormal Brain Rhythms Tied to Problems with Thinking in SchizophreniaUsing a unique mouse model, researchers show cognitive deficits associated with schizophrenia may be reversible.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesVisual Neuroscience·October 13, 2018·4 min readAbnormal Vision in Childhood Can Affect Brain FunctionsResearchers say children with visual problems such as amblyopia may face developmental issues in brain areas responsible for attention.Read More