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·July 19, 2017·5 min read

Study Reveals Contrast in How Groups of Neurons Function During Decision Making

A new study published in Nature sheds light on how populations of neurons work together during working memory and decision making tasks. Researchers report individual neurons are briefly active, but populations of neurons working together carry information for longer periods of time by being active at different times.

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·June 29, 2017·4 min read

Chocolate and Cocoa Aren’t Just Treats, They Are Good For Cognition Too

According to researchers, cocoa flavanols could have a neuroprotective effect. In a recent study, researchers found enhancements in working memory and improved visual information processing in participants who had taken cocoa flavanols. Additionally, women who ate cocoa products reported less cognitive impairments following sleep deprivation.

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·June 7, 2017·4 min read

Limited Short Term Memory Caused by Interference From Similar Items Seen Earlier

Researchers report working memory is often limited by interference from items we have seen earlier, leading to the appearance it having limited capacity.

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·June 1, 2017·4 min read

Neurons That Distinguish Between Reality and Imagination Discovered

Neurons found to be abnormal in psychosis play an important role in our ability to distinguish between what is real and what is perceived, researchers say.

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·May 25, 2017·5 min read

No Evidence That Brain Stimulation Technique Boosts Cognitive Training

Despite numerous claims, researchers discover transcranial direct current stimulation likely adds no meaningful benefit to cognitive training.

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·May 3, 2017·2 min read

Smell of Rosemary Can Aid Children’s Working Memory

According to researchers, the aroma of rosemary essential oils could help enhance cognitive performance of children in a classroom setting.

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·May 1, 2017·3 min read

Better Memory Makes People Tire of Experiences More Quickly

A new study reveals those with a better working memory tend to get bored of experiences more quickly. The study could have implications for consumers and marketers in maintaining interest in their products.

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·April 24, 2017·7 min read

Brain Stimulation During Training Boosts Performance

Combining brain training programs with transcranial direct current simulation can lead to cognitive improvements and better working memory, a new study reports.