Just like a superhero team needs each member to contribute their unique powers, cognitive science plays a crucial role in understanding the human mind. However, there are pressing questions about who benefits from cognitive science and whether it inadvertently supports oppressive structures. While some may think that cognitive science is only useful for research and […]
Published on June 9, 2022
Imagine you’re at a buffet, and you have the option to try every single dish. Sounds amazing, right? Well, here’s the thing. According to a new theory of economic decision-making, humans often choose what is simply adequate instead of going for the optimal choice. It’s like filling up your plate with a variety of delicious […]
Published on June 9, 2022
Imagine you’ve got a big whack-a-mole game, and someone tells you there might be a mole hiding in the back corner. You dismiss it because, well, who expects moles in the corner? But then, a whole year later, you find out that there was indeed a mole and it caused a huge shutdown! That’s what […]
Published on June 9, 2022