The new concept of “technostress” is becoming an increasing topif for companies to become aware of and adjust to.
Thomas Zoëga Ramsøy
Generative AI needs Predictive AI
Can a Predictive AI be helpful in improving the results of generative AI models? I just tried, and the results are pretty compelling!
The Restless Resting State
What does the conscious mind “do” when asked to rest for a while? When neuroscientists scan brain activity during rest, they have been surprised to find that “rest” often produces more brain activity than active tasks. So what is going on?
When viral ads fail on branding
What can make a viral ad still fail? If ad liking is through the roof, ad sharing is boosting, and ad impressions are awesome, many ads still fail to succeed in brand communications.
Sex and money: common or different emotional brain currencies?
How are values computed in the brain? Rewards can be many things: the expectation when having just ordered your favorite dish; the child’s joy at Christmas Eve; the enjoyment of good music or the wonderful taste of strawberries. But how does the brain process these many different kinds of rewards? And what part of the brain controls these emotions? Does the emotional brain treat all types of rewards equally or does it distinguish between different kinds of rewards?
Noise, cognitive load, and liking
Noise can be many things, but it has a clear effect on our brain, emotional responses, and choice. Read on to learn how and why.
Brain noise and bad decisions
In behavioral economics, “noise” is all the new rage. But even a decade ago, we knew a bit about what could explain this brain noise.
The human biases behind the COVID-19 crisis
The ongoing crisis with the novel corona virus cannot come as a surprise. Human fallibility is the key to a cure.
Building a foundation for consumer neuroscience
How should we use neuroscience in business? In a recent paper I argue for three pillars in a foundation for consumer neuroscience
The Added Value of Neuroscience
I’m often asked about what I believe is the added value of neuroscience. Here are a few thoughts gathered in one spot.