VOLUME LXIX | SEP 2022

Decoding cognition in real-time

Dr. David Lowemann
Dr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering

Imagine trying to solve a puzzle without being able to see it. That’s the challenge faced by cognitive scientists when studying unobservable cognitive processes. But fear not! Advances in neurotechnology are paving the way for a breakthrough. Imagine having a special pair of glasses that allows you to see the puzzle as it unfolds and understand how each piece fits together. Well, that’s what decoding cognition in real-time aims to achieve! By using sophisticated brain imaging techniques, scientists hope to decipher the inner workings of our minds as they happen, providing valuable insights into how we think, learn, and make decisions.

But what does this mean for cognitive science and the treatment of neuropsychiatric disease? Well, it opens up a whole new realm of possibilities. Understanding cognitive processes in real-time could help diagnose and treat conditions like Alzheimer’s, depression, or schizophrenia more effectively. It could also provide a deeper understanding of human behavior and interaction, leading to improved therapies and interventions.

So grab your metaphorical detective hats and dive into the fascinating world of decoding cognition in real-time! Who knows what mysteries we’ll uncover and how it will transform our understanding of the mind.

How can we study unobservable cognitive processes that cannot be measured directly? This has been an enduring challenge for cognitive scientists. In this essay we discuss advances in neurotechnology that could allow cognitive processes to be decoded in real-time and the implications that this may have for cognitive science and the treatment of neuropsychiatric disease.
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