Category Learning Can Be Influenced By Where an Object is in Our Field of Vision
Where objects appear in a person's visual field can affect the ability to determine what the object is, researchers say.... Read More...
Memory
Brain Networks Responsible for Naming Objects Identified
Researchers have identified specific brain networks that helps us associate objects with their names. The study sheds light on how the brain connects meaning to words and could help explain why people with neurodegenerative diseases often have problems naming every day objects.... Read More...
Skills and Learning Improved by Closed Loop Electrical Brain Stimulation During Sleep
Researchers report transcranial alternating current stimulation applied during sleep can help accelerate learning, memory and skill acquisition.... Read More...
Surprise Finding in Neurons
Researchers discover higher infection rates in Purkinje cells with the herpesvirus HHV-6 in patients with bipolar disorder.... Read More...
You’re Only as Old as You Think and Do
Researchers report feeling more in control of your life and increasing physical activity is key to better health, cognition and longevity as we age.... Read More...
To Understand Working Memory, Researchers Must Resolve This Debate
Researchers say, to better understand working memory, it is important to resolve the debate over how we hold and judge multiple pieces of information in mind.... Read More...
Study of Retired NFL and NHL Players Doesn’t Find Evidence of Early Onset Dementia
A new study, which involved a small sample of former professional athletes, found no evidence of early onset dementia.... Read More...
Math + Good Posture = Better Scores
A new study reveals sitting up straight can improve your performance in math. Slumping, researchers say, is a defensive posture that can trigger old negative associations. ... Read More...
Older People Less Apt to Recognize They’ve Made a Mistake
A new study reports older people are less likely to recognize they have made errors than younger people. ... Read More...
Acting is Key to Remembering Tasks
Researchers say acting out scenarios may help to improve prospective memory. Poor prospective memory, researchers report, may be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease. ... Read More...
How Does Attention Impact False Memory Susceptibility?
A new EEG study reveals people who are less able to sustain their attention long terms are more susceptible to creating false memories.... Read More...
Measure of Belly Fat in Older Adults Linked to Cognitive Impairment
Researchers report your body fat could be a predictor of cognitive decline. The study reveals older people with higher waist to hip ratios had reduced cognitive function.... Read More...