Language and thought are intricately intertwined, creating a complex tapestry that shapes our cognition. While it is evident that thought can exist independently of language, particularly in the ...

The study of linguistic cognition takes you into the heart of the mind. Cognitive linguists examine the language that we use to tell stories, describe feelings and sensory experiences, collaborate ...

This track explores the relationship between language and mind. Students will learn about the meanings and functions of language, the ways in which language is produced and comprehended, how it is ...

“SHAPE: The system of shape representations in cognition, development and across languages,” encompasses the way that shape figures into the learning of 44 different languages — systematically sampled ...

Learning a new language is more than just acquiring the ability to communicate in another tongue; it’s a profound journey that expands your cognitive horizons, fundamentally altering the way your ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lance B. Eliot is a world-renowned AI scientist and consultant. In today’s column, I examine the recent spate of claims that ...

Meditation and foreign language training does not boost cognitive function in cognitively healthy older adults, a new study suggests. The findings are similar to results from another study published ...

Curious about how kids learn language and how new languages emerge? We're seeking an undergraduate research assistant to join us and gain hands-on experience across all stages of the research process.