Month: May 2023

60 years later, high school quality may have a long-term impact on cognition

Attending a high school with a high number of teachers with graduate training was the clearest predictor of the impact of school quality on late-life cognition, researchers found. 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 leads […]

Published on May 2, 2023

Structured exploration allows biological brains to learn faster than AI

Neuroscientists have uncovered how exploratory actions enable animals to learn their spatial environment more efficiently. Their findings could help build better AI agents that can learn faster and require less experience. 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, […]

Published on May 2, 2023

Joyful music could be a game changer for virtual reality headaches

Imagine stepping into a virtual reality world that makes you feel like you’re flying through space or exploring exotic landscapes. The exhilaration and wonder are unimaginable, but sometimes these immersive experiences can leave users feeling a bit queasy. However, recent research has shown that adding some toe-tapping tunes to the mix could be the solution […]

Published on May 2, 2023