cognition

Pretty Little Lies - Blessings in Disguise?

We all lie. But what possible purpose could it have to lie to yourself? Do we need to deceive ourselves before we can deceive others, or is the truth sometimes simply too much to handle?

Human Potential

Are Bigger Brains Better? A search in Bird Brains

We humans have always been fascinated about our own great mystery: The brain. For years we have researched human brains and today we seek to understand the animal brain to try uncover the structures and mechanisms behind our intelligence.

Human Potential · Stress and Emotion

Bears and Predictions

William James used a story about a bear to make an important point about emotions. What does this story tell us about the predictive mind?

Human Potential

Microdosing Psychedelics - the key to professional success?

Magic mushrooms, truffles, peyote and other psychedelics have been used for centuries to induce strong psychological and spiritual experiences. New ways to use them are emerging: Could psychedelics be the caffeine or anti-depressant of the 21st century?

Human Potential · Stress and Emotion

Media multitasking in the younger generation: Less is more

Do you often find yourself checking your e-mail, sending text messages and engaging in other media-related activities simultaneously? Unknowingly, your daily functioning might be seriously affected.

Human Potential

The beats that help you multitasking

Many people say that listening to binaural beats (auditory illusions) help them to concentrate and be more focused. A new study tested whether binaural beats makes you better in multitasking. What is the mechanism behind this phenomenon?

Pharma

Eat, modafinil, work, repeat: Can sleep be replaced?

Ever pulled an all-nighter to get the job done? Then you’ll know firsthand: lack of sleep leaves us cranky, forgetful and distracted. If you’re not a big fan of coffee, there now may be something else to reboot your system.

Pharma · Human Potential · Social

Cognitive Enhancement: Toward the integration of theory and practice

In this video, Laura Steenbergen explains why cognitive enhancement is important, and what the findings of her PhD research contribute to this field.

Human Potential

Beat your way to better concentration

Some people swear listening to music while studying or working helps them focus better; others say music just serves as a distraction. What if there were a special type of music that would increase everyone’s productivity? Enter binaural beats.