Cognitive Science

The latest breakthroughs, innovations, and cool happenings at the cutting edge of the world of cognitive science. Updated daily.

The Journey of Brain-IT: A Promising Training Concept for Mild Neurocognitive Disorders

Imagine being able to train your brain while playing a video game, helping to prevent cognitive decline as you age. A pilot randomized controlled trial called ‘Brain-IT’ explored the feasibility, usability, and acceptance of an exergame-based training concept for older adults with mild neurocognitive disorder (mNCD). This innovative approach combines motor-cognitive training with heart rate […]

Published on September 21, 2023

Unlocking the Secrets of the Superbrain: Lifestyle Intervention and White Matter Integrity

Imagine your brain is a high-speed information highway with various pathways connecting different regions. In a fascinating South Korean study called SUPERBRAIN, scientists explored the impact of a 24-week lifestyle intervention on the ‘roads’ of the brain – specifically, the white matter. Participants aged 60-79 years underwent MRI scans before and after the intervention to […]

Published on September 20, 2023

Unlocking the Achilles heel of genetic diversity in Alzheimer’s disease

Imagine a mysterious theme park where each ride has its own unique entrance. Some people go straight to the roller coaster, while others head to the Ferris wheel. Similarly, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is like a complex puzzle with different patterns and paths. In this study, scientists investigated a specific type of programmed cell death called […]

Published on September 20, 2023