Cognitive Science

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Uncovering Emotions in Alzheimer’s Disease with Contextual Attention

Imagine trying to understand someone’s emotions when they can only express themselves through words. That’s the challenge researchers face when diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease (AD) based on language. But fear not, a new study proposes a solution! By developing a two-level attention mechanism, the researchers were able to detect deep semantic information and focus on important […]

Published on May 17, 2023

Unraveling the Intricacies of Musical Rhythms

Just like the sun’s daily cycle or a catchy tune, our ability to perceive and synchronize with rhythms is a fundamental part of human experience. This paper explores various theoretical and computational models that shed light on how we generate, perceive, and coordinate with rhythmic structures in music. From dynamical systems theory to Bayesian inference, […]

Published on May 17, 2023

Unlocking the Emotional and Social Superpowers of Adolescence

Just like a budding superhero, adolescence is a time when emotions and social connections become supercharged. Aristotle recognized this power centuries ago, describing youths as passionate and impulsive, devoted to their friends. Today, we understand that adolescence, the period between 10 and 24 years, is a time of heightened emotional and social sensitivity, fueled by […]

Published on May 16, 2023