Swing Jazz and Neural Oscillations
by Daniel Albright, MA, PhD (c)6
If you’ve ever listened to swing music, you may have noticed that the notes aren’t evenly spaced — there’s usually... READ MORE →
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And the Beat Goes On
by Brenda Walker, MAIt has been said that music feeds the soul. It is also said that music is a universal language, understood by all. Music... READ MORE →
Is Thinking Bad For Your Brain?
by Norell Hadzimichalis, PhDBasic scientific research, old wives’ tales, and common sense all suggest that the best way to promote brain function... READ MORE →
Does Language Trigger Visual Memories? – Part 2
by Daniel Albright, MA, PhD (c)I recently wrote an article about the connection between language and visual memories in which the authors of the study concluded... READ MORE →
Does Language Trigger Visual Memories? – Part 1
by Daniel Albright, MA, PhD (c)One of the fundamental questions in cognitive science is how information is stored in the brain and in the mind. There are... READ MORE →
Math Anxiety – Dealing with Fear of Failure
by Ruth J Hickman, MDNot everybody loves math. In fact, some people report tension, apprehension, and fear when faced with the need to perform... READ MORE →
Boosting Cognitive Performance by… Chewing?
by Daniel Albright, MA, PhD (c)Previous research has shown that the act of chewing gum can significantly reduce reaction times during certain tests, including... READ MORE →
Caffeine Increases Memory for Humans and Honeybees
by Norell Hadzimichalis, PhDConsumption of caffeine, in moderation, is reported to have a number of health benefits including increases in alertness,... READ MORE →
Is the Perception of Orientation Affected By Language?
by Daniel Albright, MA, PhD (c)In the discussion of the relationship between language and thought, the concept of categorical perception (CP) is a key element.... READ MORE →
Calorie Restriction Prevents Neurodegeneration
by Jennifer Gibson, PharmDCalorie restriction could be more than a weight loss technique. It may prevent nerve cell loss in the brain, and even contribute... READ MORE →
New ‘Brain Games’ Exclusive Preview – Times Square Mass Mind Reading
This Sunday February 14th (9 p.m. ET), the Emmy-nominated Brain Games tv-show is back! Wonder junkie Jason Silva returns to our screens, teaming up with... READ MORE →
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