How do our brains perceive the world around us?

How do our brains perceive the world around us?

How do our brains perceive the world around us? Published: For a long time, neuroscientists thought of the brain as a passive receiver of sensory information, waiting patiently to receive input from our eyes, ears and other sensory organs. However, predictive coding...
Can AI find and fix hidden software bugs?

Can AI find and fix hidden software bugs?

Can AI find and fix hidden software bugs? Published: Software bugs can have devastating consequences, so finding and fixing them is a constant job for software engineers. At the University of Alberta in Canada, Dr Thibaud Lutellier is investigating how AI can help...
How does metacognition affect learning?

How does metacognition affect learning?

How does metacognition affect learning? Published: Metacognition is a skill that develops throughout childhood and adolescence. As people grow, their ability to accurately judge their knowledge and to act on these judgments tends to improve. However, some students...
Exposing the beauty of mathematics with fractals

Exposing the beauty of mathematics with fractals

Exposing the beauty of mathematics with fractals Published: Fractals are intricate mathematical patterns that repeat forever. At Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières in Canada, Assistant Professor Pierre-Olivier Parisé has helped to expand a method to visually render...