Cognitive Science

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

Towards a pluralistic neurobiological understanding of consciousness

Think of consciousness like a jigsaw puzzle. For years, scientists have been trying to find the one perfect piece that fits neatly into the whole picture. But now, a new perspective is emerging. Instead of searching for a single key to unlock the mysteries of consciousness, researchers are realizing that the puzzle is made up […]

Published on February 26, 2023

Good-enough attentional guidance

Imagine you’re at a carnival, trying to find your friend among a sea of people. You scan the crowd, relying on your internal guidance system to lead you toward potential targets – in this case, your friend. But how does this attentional guidance work? Scientists have been studying this phenomenon by using visual search paradigms […]

Published on February 25, 2023

Unlocking the Secrets of Language Acquisition with Large Language Models

Language acquisition has long been a puzzle for researchers, but recent advancements in Large Language Models (LLMs) are shedding light on this mystery. Imagine trying to solve a complex puzzle without all the pieces – that’s what scientists studying language have faced until now. But LLMs, with their advanced deep learning capabilities and extensive exposure […]

Published on February 25, 2023