Cognitive Science

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Switching Software in Science: Motivations, Challenges, and Solutions

A laboratory’s programming language has wide-ranging implications. As demands towards scientific programming change and languages evolve, investigators may look to change their existing software stack. Following up on a recent online debate, we discuss key considerations and challenges in choosing and changing languages and suggest solutions for investigators looking to switch. Read Full Article (External […]

Published on February 1, 2019

Dopamine and Cognitive Control in Prefrontal Cortex

Cognitive control, the ability to orchestrate behavior in accord with our goals, depends on the prefrontal cortex. These cognitive functions are heavily influenced by the neuromodulator dopamine. We review here recent insights exploring the influence of dopamine on neuronal response properties in prefrontal cortex (PFC) during ongoing behaviors in primates. This review suggests three major […]

Published on February 1, 2019