What gives rise to human consciousness? Are some parts of the brain more important than others? Scientists began tackling these questions in more depth about 35 years ago. Researchers have made ...

Researchers have discovered how two brain areas, neocortex and thalamus, work together to detect discrepancies between what animals expect from their environment and actual events. These prediction ...

New research reveals that human neocortex neurons communicate more efficiently in one direction, unlike mice’s looping interactions. This finding may enhance artificial neural network development by ...

The debate over online versus in-person classroom learning in K-12 education rages on, driven by concerns over student engagement, academic performance, and social-emotional development. Advocates of ...

The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center's Neocortex AI system is among six national AI supercomputers chosen to participate in a pilot program to support novel and transformative AI research and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. William Arruda covers personal branding, leadership, and careers. Leaders can no longer rely on time-tested strategies and proven ...

In the dynamic landscape of learning in the digital age, K-12 educators are increasingly leveraging technology tools to enhance teaching and learning experiences. These tools, ranging from interactive ...

Everyone has a different style of learning. Some people do well with reading the written word. Others learn better through audio. For some, sitting in a quiet library or home office space is key. For ...

Every night, when your head hits the pillow, you do more than just dream. Your brain takes all the information experienced that day — formulas crammed for a calculus test, snippets of office gossip, ...