In recent decades, a convergence of cognitive psychology and educational research has provided compelling evidence for the adoption of evidence-based learning strategies aimed at enhancing memory ...

Scientists now know that while we snooze, our brains help solidify the memories we made during the day. In this Special Feature, we investigate whether simple techniques might help improve memory ...

Two Penn students founded Memory Club last semester to help students train memory enhancement and cognitive skills. Memory Club meets biweekly and holds workshops on a semester basis to practice ...

When it comes to studying effectively, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Different techniques work for different people, and understanding how to study effectively can make a world of difference ...

One of the most actively debated questions about human and non-human culture is this: under what circumstances might we expect culture, in particular the ability to learn from one another, to be ...

Semiotics is the study of nature and the role of signs in the world. It was developed by many scholars such as Charles Peirce, Ferdinand de Saussure, and Yuri Lotman. Through these studies, it is ...

A breakthrough study sheds new light on how brain cells relay critical information from their extremities to their nucleus, leading to the activation of genes essential for learning and memory. A ...

Many of today’s most respected shows focus on practical habits backed by neuroscience, psychology, and long-term research. By ...

Memory can wither with age. Forgetfulness can be unnerving, but there are ways you can support your mind during memory loss — or support a loved one going through it. While not all lost memories can ...

Semiotics is the study of nature and the role of signs in the world. It was developed by scholars such as Charles Peirce, Ferdinand de Saussure, and Yuri Lotman. Through these studies, it is ...