Cognition
A section of Behavioral Sciences (ISSN 2076-328X).
Section Information
Cognitive science has long been at the forefront of understanding the intricacies of human cognition and the mind. The “Cognition” section of Behavioral Sciences provides a platform dedicated to the advancement of scholarly inquiry into the interaction between cognition and behavior. This section of Behavioral Sciences provides a premier outlet for high-quality research at the forefront of cognitive science.
The section provides a robust forum for researchers to disseminate their findings and engage in scholarly discourse across a broad spectrum of cognitive phenomena and methodologies. We invite submissions that contribute to the theoretical understanding, empirical investigation, and practical applications of cognition, spanning disciplines such as psychology, neuroscience, computer science, and beyond. Key areas of interest within the section include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Cognitive neuroscience, elucidating the neural mechanisms underlying perception, attention, memory, language, and decision-making.
- Computational modeling approaches that simulate cognitive processes, predict behavior, and inform theories of mind and behavior.
- Behavioral experiments exploring the interplay between cognition, emotion, and motivation in shaping human behavioral responses.
- Studies examining individual differences in cognitive abilities, cognitive development across the lifespan, and cognitive aging.
- Research addressing cognitive enhancement, neuroethics, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies.
Guided by principles of scientific rigor, objectivity, and scholarly excellence, the section maintains a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the publication of high-quality research. Our editorial team, comprising esteemed scholars and experts in cognitive science, oversees the review process with diligence and impartiality, upholding the highest standards of academic integrity.
We invite multidisciplinary researchers, academics, and practitioners from around the globe to contribute to the “Cognition” section of Behavioral Sciences, as we collectively strive to deepen our understanding of human behavior and advance the frontiers of cognitive science.
Editorial Board
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Neural Correlates of Cognitive and Affective Processing (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic: Typical and Atypical Cognitive Development—2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Better Understanding of (Developmental) Language Disorders in Children (Deadline: 15 January 2025)
- Promoting Healthy Cognitive Aging: Psychological Approaches and Interventions (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Understanding Other Intentions: Merging Evidence on Theory of Mind across Various Research Areas (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- The Role of Early Sensorimotor Experiences in Cognitive Development (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- The Fading Affect Bias and Its Moderators and Mediators (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Metacognitive Reasoning and Social Cognitive Development in Early Childhood: Implications for Ethical Reasoning and Social Responsibility (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Developing Cognitive and Executive Functions Across Lifespan (Deadline: 1 March 2025)
- Language and Cognitive Development in Deaf Children (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Neurocognitive Foundations of Embodied Learning (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- The Relationship between Hemispheric Asymmetry and Personality (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Novel Approaches to Intervention in Aphasia (Deadline: 18 June 2025)
- The Association between Visual Attention and Memory (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Cognitive Processes Underpinning Resilience in Individuals Exposed to Adversity (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Attention-Aware Interaction in Augmented Reality (Deadline: 31 August 2025)