Value-based decisions depend on different forms of memory. However, the respective roles
of memory and valuation processes that give rise to these decisions are often vaguely …

The ventromedial frontal lobe (VMF) is important for decision-making, but the precise causal
role of the VMF in the decision process has not been fully established. Previous studies …

The role of the hippocampus in decision-making is beginning to be more understood.
Because of its prospective and inferential functions, we hypothesized that it might be …

Traditional theories of neuroeconomics focus on reinforcement learning and reward value.
We propose here a novel reframing of reinforcement learning and motivation that includes a …

Methods: We used a hybrid methodology whereby combining a powerful nonlinear control
system tools and a modular fashion approach in computer science. Our hybrid approach …

While making decisions, we often rely on past experiences to guide our choices. However,
not all experiences are remembered equally well, and some elements of an experience are …

Millions are exposed to the human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) every year, but not
all acquire the virus, suggesting a potential role for host genetics in the moderation of HIV-1 …

Obesity is associated with a diverse array of cognitive and affective deficits, among which
impairments in food valuation and choices have received increasing attention. The neural …

Aversive and rewarding experiences can exert a strong influence on subsequent behavior.
While decisions are often supported by the value of single past episodes, most research has …

Background: The current study was designed to evaluate potential Yoga specific changes of
brain structure in comparison with an active sport group and a passive control group …