Area 32, a region of the anterior cingulate, balances activity from cognitive and emotional areas of the primate brain. Read More
A new study sheds light into how we recognize facial expressions of emotion. Researchers report our interpretation of emotions expressed facially by others depends upon our pre-conceived understanding of emotion. Read More
Using a virtual reality simulation to 'become' Albert Einstein helps to enhance cognitive performance in those with low self esteem, a new study reports. Read More
A new study reports impairments in six brain networks are associated with addiction behaviors. The findings may pave the way for developing more targeted treatments for addiction. Read More
A new study will look at how sleep deprivation affects cognitive flexibility and cognitive processing on a neurobiological level. Read More
Researchers report intuition is the result of information processing in the brain that results in prediction based on previous experience. Read More
Researchers describe what happens in the brain just prior to making a decision. Read More
Brain responses from 6 month old infants with an inherited dyslexia risk differed from those without the risk factor and also predicted their reading ability later in childhood, a new study reveals. Read More
Internal experiences, such as recalling personal memories, are associated with the simultaneous activity of at least three different cognitive systems, a new study reports. Read More
Researchers reveal eating nuts can help enhance cognitive function, learning and sleep. The study reveals pistachios produce the greatest gamma waves response, and peanuts produce an enhanced delta brain wave response. Read More
Used in a controlled psychotherapy setting, psychedelics have the potential to treat psychiatric treatments that do not respond to conventional medications, researchers argue. Read More
Pupil dilation is at its largest when people are most uncertain about their situation, a new study reports. Read More
