Cognitive Science

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

Exploring the Genetic and Clinical Diversity in Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is like a puzzle with many different pieces. In this research, scientists focused on the varied lifespan of AD patients to unravel some of the mystery. By analyzing gene expression profiles, they found that longer-lived AD patients had differentially expressed genes compared to shorter-lived ones. These genes were mainly involved in regulating […]

Published on February 23, 2023

How Loneliness and Social Isolation Affect Cognitive Health in Aging

Imagine that the brain is like a bustling city, filled with connections and activity. Now picture what happens when that city starts to feel empty and quiet. That’s a bit like what researchers have found when it comes to social isolation and loneliness in older adults. In this scoping review, scientists set out to explore […]

Published on February 23, 2023

Cracking the Code of Cognitive Decline: Predicting Alzheimer’s with Brain-Machine Learning

Imagine trying to crack a secret code that reveals the hidden workings of your brain! Well, that’s exactly what scientists are doing with the help of machine learning. By analyzing brain MRI data and cognitive test scores, researchers have developed models that can predict an individual’s cognitive performance and detect patterns associated with mild cognitive […]

Published on February 23, 2023