Cognitive Science

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Uncover the Neural Clues to Mild Cognitive Impairment!

Imagine your brain is like a busy airport, processing information and keeping everything running smoothly. But what if there was a glitch in the system? That’s what happens in mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a stage between normal aging and Alzheimer’s disease. Scientists are using a portable EEG device to study prefrontal event-related potential (ERP) markers, […]

Published on October 19, 2023

Alzheimer’s disease: an axonal injury disease?

Imagine a bustling city with multiple transportation routes. The roads and highways are crucial for connecting different neighborhoods and ensuring the smooth flow of goods and people. Similarly, within our brains, axons serve as the ‘roads’ that enable communication between neurons. In Alzheimer’s disease, these vital axons suffer damage early on, significantly impacting the progression […]

Published on October 19, 2023

Untangling the Brain’s Perception Puzzle: How Autism Impacts Causal Inference

Our brain is like a puzzle solver, constantly processing information from the world around us. One important task it faces is integrating different sensory cues to form a coherent perception of our surroundings. This process, known as multisensory integration, helps us make sense of the world. However, the brain also needs to discern which sensory […]

Published on October 19, 2023