Posts Tagged ‘visual’
Understanding the “It” in “Use It or Lose It”
From Macro to Micro: A Visual Guide to the Brain (IEEE Spectrum) In the human brain, higher-level information processing occurs in the neocortex, neural tissue that forms the outer layer of the cerebral cortex. In its intricate folds, brain cells work together to interpret sensory information and to form thoughts and plans. The neocortex is…
Read MoreStudy: Music Training Can Enhance Verbal Intelligence and Executive Function
Very interesting new study published in Psychological Science: Short-Term Music Training Enhances Verbal Intelligence and Executive Function. Abstract: Researchers have designed training methods that can be used to improve mental health and to test the efficacy of education programs. However, few studies have demonstrated broad transfer from such training to performance on untrained cognitive activities.…
Read MoreVisual to present the State of the Brain Fitness/ Training Market
Our friend Paul Van Slembrouck has summarized and beautifully presented the main findings of our 150-page market report, The State of the Brain Fitness Market 2009, with this great visual. To view it, click Here.
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