Researchers at UConn and the University of Minnesota have discovered that there may be more to the "summer slide" phenomenon ...

Not all cognitive supplements are created equal. While the term “nootropic” is often used broadly, the supplements gaining the most traction typically share a common trait: they are being studied, ...

Marking the 20th anniversary of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), the globally recognized screening tool for early cognitive impairment, the team behind its development has launched ...

Sleep is a key determinant in cognitive performance optimization. Learn about sleep's benefits and what you can do to improve ...

Recent investigations have highlighted the intricate interrelationship between hydration status and cognitive performance. Adequate hydration is fundamental not only for maintaining physical ...

Our lab studies how people learn and how we can make learning more efficient and effective for students from all backgrounds. We focus on three big goals: Understanding when and why certain learning ...

Have you ever watched a presentation where the information was so dense and fast-paced that your brain struggled to keep up? Or perhaps you’ve been in a situation where you had to simultaneously ...

Numerous studies examine a single cognitive or physical performance measure and how it links to brain health in older adults, such as the relationship between gait speed and memory. Yet cognition and ...

Cognitive fatigue is the deterioration in the ability to think effectively and maintain focus. Just like physical fatigue, prolonged mental activity can cause tiredness that affects the mind. Various ...