Cognitive Science

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

Thinking outside the ballot box

Just like the vast ocean that separates continents, research has uncovered a multitude of variances between leftists and rightists. From the way our brains are structured to how we process information, and even down to our moral intuitions and entertainment preferences, the dichotomy between the political left and right permeates throughout our understanding of the […]

Published on April 19, 2023

Bilirubin Levels Linked to Bleeding in Stroke Patients

Imagine your bloodstream is a bustling city, filled with different components that help keep things running smoothly. One of these components is bilirubin, a molecule that has both protective and potentially harmful effects. A recent study explored the relationship between bilirubin levels and bleeding in patients with acute ischemic stroke who received intravenous thrombolysis. The […]

Published on April 18, 2023

Methylprednisolone Reduces Postoperative Bleeding After Flow Diverter Treatment for Brain Aneurysms

Think of your brain as a bustling city, with blood flowing through its streets. But sometimes, there’s a danger lurking – an unruptured intracranial aneurysm (UIA), like a hidden pothole waiting to cause trouble. But fear not! Scientists have discovered that a medication called methylprednisolone can help prevent postoperative bleeding (PB) after treatment with a […]

Published on April 18, 2023