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A stylized human brain constructed from colorful, interlocking Lego-like blocks, illustrating the concept of cognitive modularity and interconnected neural pathways.

Neuroscience & Mind

What Are Cognitive Legos and Why Does Brain Modularity Matter?

Imagine if your brain's ability to learn a new skill wasn't just about effort, but about its inherent 'Lego-like' structure.

Dr. Chloe O'Connell·August 26, 2026

Futuristic classroom scene with students interacting with AI projections, illustrating the impact of artificial intelligence on cognitive development and education.

Neuroscience & Mind

AI in education: Promises and questions for cognitive development

Next school year, 680,000 students and 28,000 educators across Utah will begin working with Google's Gemini for Education, according to KSL TV 5 .

Dr. Chloe O'Connell·June 9, 2026