Western philosophy typically conceptualizes the self as a stable, controlling entity, comparable to a pilot, while Eastern philosophies such as Buddhism argue that the self is an illusion, a byproduct of our thought processes. Read more in Big Think Eastern…
Motorized prosthetics are nothing new. But what about artificial body parts that don’t replace missing ones, but instead provide us with extended capabilities, while also revealing insights into the relationship between brain and body? Wathc the Video in Free Think …
What neuroscience is providing are complementary insights. It is an additional layer of understanding that it is needed to have a full picture so these companies need to change behaviours and shape attitudes. Read more in raconteur How to nail…
While some might assume that frequently shifting your attention between different information streams is good brain training for improving memory and attention, studies have found the opposite to be true.One recent study found that self-reported “heavy media multitaskers” performed worse…
Companies like Tesla believe that it’s crucial to consider neuroscience when designing and developing training programs in order to increase the efficiency of employee learning and boost their personal and professional growth. Read more in Rallyware The Neuroscience Behind The…
We use our mind every second of every day, but it’s safe to say no one understands exactly how it functions. Even psychologists and neuroscientists are often stumped by why we think and behave the way we do.Some of those…
Neuroscientist Bevil Conway thinks about color for a living. An artist since youth, Conway now spends much of his time studying vision and perception at Wellesley College and Harvard Medical School. His science remains strongly linked to art–in 2004 he…
I’m fascinated with all the new information being published about the brain and how it is converging with the efforts of marketers to more effectively communicate with consumers. I’ve heard neuroscientists say that more has been learned about the brain…
