Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Is working memory domain-general or domain-specific?

Given the fundamental role of working memory (WM) in all domains of cognition, a central question has been whether WM is domain-general. However, the term ‘domain-general’ has been used in different, and sometimes misleading, ways. By reviewing recent evidence and biologically plausible models of WM, we show that the level of domain-generality varies substantially between […]

Published on July 17, 2024

Contact Sports Raise Parkinson’s-Like Disorder Risk

Autopsies of deceased boxers and pro football players have long confirmed that repeat head injuries can lead to a devastating brain condition known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Now, research supports the notion that contact sports can also raise the odds for a… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on July 17, 2024

FDA Warns THC Edibles Mimic Popular Snack Foods

In a joint effort to curb the illegal sales of food products containing delta-8 THC, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Federal Trade Commission said Tuesday they have warned five companies to stop marketing such products. Because the packaging for these THC… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on July 17, 2024