Artificial intelligence may write award-winning essays and diagnose disease with remarkable accuracy, but biological brains still hold the upper hand in at least one crucial domain: flexibility.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, one concept is emerging as a pivotal force in enhancing AI assistance across various sectors: cognitive design. This innovative approach ...

Language and thought are intricately intertwined, creating a complex tapestry that shapes our cognition. While it is evident that thought can exist independently of language, particularly in the ...

Scientists have confirmed a neurobiochemical link between dopamine and cognitive flexibility. PET imaging shows that the brain increases dopamine production when completing cognitively demanding tasks ...

As heat waves roll across the U.S. in the summer, heat-related illnesses are a serious threat to Americans. Although we often hear about the dangers of overheating and dehydration, heat waves lead to ...

New research led by the University of St Andrews has shown that children perform cognitive tasks faster on their own in studies, rather than in the presence of a stranger. Cognitive control ...

Researchers at Rice University, Houston, TX, have developed a soft robotic arm capable of performing complex tasks such as navigating around an obstacle or hitting a ball, guided and powered remotely ...

Ever wished for an AI that could not only understand complex tasks but also execute them flawlessly? OpenAI’s ChatGPT o1 model might just be what you’re looking for. Recently, this model was put ...

Cognitive dysfunction in kidney cancer survivors is linked to treatment burden, stress, and fatigue, affecting daily ...