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Dopamine System: Are We Addicted to Control or Controlled by Addiction?

An analysis of how the digital world exploits dopamine to shape our behavior– and how we can reclaim control.

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The Neural Gaze: Why We Must Draw the Line on Neurotechnology’s March into Our Minds

A commentary piece on the dangers of blindly accepting neurofeedback technology in a world that lacks the proper legislation.

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Thinking like LSTMs: A Human’s Guide to Machine Memory

"Machine learning" is often used as a buzzword to describe complex algorithms that predict data, but what do these models actually do? This piece breaks down the theory behind Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks in a way that connects machine logic with how we think, blending neuroscience-inspired ideas with simple, step-by-step math.

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Dr. Peter DePergola’s Interview with UCLA Crux Publication

This article includes the video recording and transcript of Dr. Peter DePergola’s Interview with Crux Publication.

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Decoding the Five Love Languages: A Scientific Perspective

Have you ever taken a personality test and shared the results with friends? Or perhaps been asked personality assessments from employers?...

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Mechanics of the Mind: Neurochemistry’s Role in Game Design

From viral games like League of Legends to addictive gacha games, dopamine-driven satisfaction has long been the cornerstone of game design. This article explores how dopamine, oxytocin, along with serotonin and endorphin, influence both the design of modern games and the neurochemical processes of our gaming experience.

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Human Subjectivity and Experience: Part 3

Questioning the nature of objectivity and the implications of clashing worldviews

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Human Subjectivity and Experience: Part 2

Questioning the nature of objectivity and the implications of clashing worldviews

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Human Subjectivity and Experience: Part 1

Exploring the concept of human subjectivity by examining how individual perceptions are shaped by qualia, cultural environments, and expertise