Month: October 2022

Collective memory and the individual mind

Just like raindrops falling into a pond and creating ripples that extend across the water’s surface, the transmission of information among individuals shapes both individual and collective memory. By examining this phenomenon from a cognitive-experimental perspective, researchers have identified three key areas for investigation over the next few decades. Firstly, they are interested in exploring […]

Published on October 20, 2022

Episodes of experience and generative intelligence

Just like a seasoned chef who combines ingredients from past recipes to create a new culinary masterpiece, humans (even little ones!) have a remarkable ability to extract knowledge from previous experiences and apply it in novel situations. While current explanations of human and artificial intelligence fall short, researchers are now exploring the relationship between the […]

Published on October 20, 2022

Forgetting is natural, but learning how to learn can slow it down

After reviewing more than 100 years of research on learning, authors of a new paper say combining two strategies — spacing and retrieval practice — is key to success. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he […]

Published on October 19, 2022