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Yiren Ren

Adjunct Researcher in Cognitive Brain Science, Georgia Institute of Technology
My research uses neuroimaging method (fMRI, EEG) to study human memory and potential uses of music in improving learning and memory. I used different methods, including univariate, multivariate (RSA, MVPA), functional connectivity, dynamic causal modeling and etc. to investigate how brain networks interact. I am particularly interested in the prefrontal-striatal-hippocampus network and its neural behaviors relating to how music-in-context provides schemas and rewards to motivate cross-modal learning.

Music can change how you feel about the past

Dec 03, 2024 05:51 am UTC| Insights & Views Health

Have you ever noticed how a particular song can bring back a flood of memories? Maybe its the tune that was playing during your first dance, or the anthem of a memorable road trip. People often think of these musical...

Economy

Meta Taps Nuclear Energy to Power AI and Meet Soaring Data Center Demands by 2030

Meta is turning to nuclear power to address its growing AI and data center energy needs, planning to add up to 4 GW of U.S. nuclear capacity by the early 2030s as energy demand triples. Meta Looks to Nuclear Energy for...

Amazon AI Models Shake Up Content Creation Game, Rival Adobe, and Meta With Nova Innovations

Amazon revealed its Nova foundation AI models at the AWS conference, a move poised to disrupt the competitive AI landscape. With advanced content creation tools, Amazon is taking a direct shot at Adobe and Meta. Amazon...

China Slams US Chips as ‘No Longer Safe’ Amid Rising Trade Tensions and Retaliatory Export Bans

Chinese industry groups have labeled US chips as unreliable and unsafe, urging businesses to turn to domestic alternatives. The warning follows heightened trade tensions, including Beijings retaliatory export ban on...

Yoon’s Martial Law Ends in Early-Morning U-Turn Amid National Assembly’s Fierce Pushback

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol reversed his martial law order early Wednesday after facing fierce opposition from the National Assembly. The surprise move was declared and rescinded within hours, and it has left the...

FxWirePro- Major Economic events for the day

Time (GMT) Currency Event Actual Previous Consensus 7:30 AM CHF CPI...

Politics

What steps is Donald Trump taking to prevent financial fraud in 2025?

In 2025, President Donald Trump has launched an aggressive campaign to combat financial fraud, introducing policies aimed at protecting consumers and restoring trust in financial institutions. His administrations efforts...

How will Donald Trump address the teacher shortage in 2025?

As Donald Trump assumes office in 2025, addressing the nationwide teacher shortage is among his administrations top priorities. With schools across the U.S. grappling with significant staffing challenges, Trumps proposed...

What are Donald Trump’s policies on protecting endangered species in 2025?

As Donald Trump prepares to take office in 2025, his policies on protecting endangered species are drawing both praise and scrutiny. Trump has pledged a comprehensive approach to conservation, aimed at balancing economic...

How will Donald Trump enhance disaster warning systems in 2025?

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House in 2025, one of his key promises centers on enhancing disaster warning systems nationwide. With natural disasters becoming increasingly frequent and...

Joe Manchin’s Bold Move: Calls on Biden to Pardon Trump as America Faces an Unprecedented Political Crisis

In a surprising political twist, Senator Joe Manchin has urged President Joe Biden to pardon President-elect Donald Trump. The West Virginia Democrats call comes as the nation grapples with an increasingly polarized...

Science

How is Donald Trump prioritizing funding for cancer research in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has announced a major initiative to prioritize funding for cancer research in 2025, pledging billions in federal support to combat one of the worlds leading causes of death. The plan includes...

How will Donald Trump address renewable energy research funding in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has revealed plans to reshape the U.S. renewable energy landscape in 2025, sparking debates about the administrations commitment to combating climate change. While Trumps previous term focused...

RNA editing is the next frontier in gene therapy – here’s what you need to know

The United States Food and Drug Administration has just approved the first-ever clinical trial that uses CRISPR-Cas13 RNA editing. Its aim is to treat an eye disease called wet age-related macular degeneration that causes...

From using plant rinds to high-tech materials, bike helmets have improved significantly over the past 2 centuries

Imagine its the mid-1800s, and youre riding your high-wheeled, penny-farthing bicycle down a dusty road. Sure, it may have some bumps, but if you lose your balance, youre landing on a relatively soft dirt road. But as the...

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Technology

Kia’s EV4 Breaks Cover for 2025: Entry-Level Electric Sedan to Shake Up the Affordable EV Market

Kias EV4 is officially on its way for 2025, promising to disrupt the entry-level EV market with bold design, cutting-edge technology, and starting prices around $30,000. Positioned as part of Kias push for EVs for all, the...

Tesla Scores Big as Longtime Critic Turns Bullish, Boosting Price Target from $85 to $380

Teslas stock received a major boost as Roth MKMs Craig Irwin upgraded his rating from Neutral to Buy, raising the price target to $380. Irwin, a longtime Tesla skeptic, now sees Trump-backed policies and a growing...

Cybertruck Lease Prices Slashed 10% as Tesla Grapples with Demand Drop and Sales Goals

Tesla has cut Cybertruck lease prices by 10% in a bid to reinvigorate demand after exhausting its reservation backlog. Challenges such as high pricing and reduced range have prompted Tesla to introduce aggressive sales...

Apple's Foldable iPhone May Turn Around Plummeting Foldable Sales by 2026

Amid a sharp decline in foldable smartphone sales in 2024, hope emerges as Apple plans to launch its foldable iPhone in 2026. Analysts believe this move could significantly boost sales and reshape the foldable markets...

Tesla Rolls Out Apple Watch App with Key Access, Frunk Control, and Climate Features Next Week

Tesla has officially unveiled its highly anticipated Apple Watch app, offering features like key access, frunk control, and climate activation. The app is set to launch next week as part of Teslas latest update, enhancing...

Digital Currency

FxWirePro- Major Crypto levels and bias summary

Bitcoin Market Update: MicroStrategy, MARA, and ETF Inflows Fuel Optimism

Turbulence Ahead: XRP’s Future Hangs Between Whale Accumulation and Long Liquidations

Law

What are Donald Trump’s policies on emergency preparedness in 2025?

‘21-Year-Old American Soldier Dies in Hamxs Captivity—‘Unthinkable Tragedy!’ Sparks U.S. and Global Outrage

‘Save the Kids or Freedom to Vape?’ Supreme Court Flavored Vapes Case Sparks Outrage—‘It’s an Attack on Liberty!’ Critics Say

Life

Shocking Revelation: '65% of Americans Pray at Thanksgiving Dinner,' Survey Unveils!

Trader Joe's Black Friday 2024 Deals: 'Unbelievable Savings You Can't Afford to Miss!'

Apple's Black Friday 2024 Deals: 'Unbelievable Savings You Can't Afford to Miss!'

Nature

From a US$300 billion climate finance deal to global carbon trading, here’s what was – and wasn’t – achieved at the COP29 climate talks

A man scouring Google Earth found a mysterious scar in the Australian outback – and now scientists know what caused it

Time is running out for a treaty to end plastic pollution – here’s why it matters

Sports

Colorado State Stuns San Jose State in Mountain West Volleyball Championship! Fans Erupt Over Transgender Player Debate

Sen. Daines Announces 'Good Faith Negotiations' to Restore Redskins Logo: 'A Victory Against Woke Stalinists'

Thanksgiving Day 2024 Football Schedules: Unbelievable Matchups Set to Thrill Fans Nationwide

Technical Analysis

FxWirePro : GBP/AUD trapped in narrow range, neutral bias prevails

FxWirePro: EUR/NZD struggle to extend its recovery, good to sell on rally

FxWirePro: EUR/AUD pauses decline,critical support lies ahead

Market Data

Turbulence Ahead: XRP’s Future Hangs Between Whale Accumulation and Long Liquidations

GM Offloads Michigan Battery Plant Stake to LG Energy as EV Ambitions Take a New Path

AI without limits threatens public trust — here are some guidelines for preserving communications integrity

Whale Movement: Big Transactions Over $100,000 Boost HBAR Sentiment

Martial Law Declared: South Korea’s President Yoon Accuses Opposition of ‘Anti-State Activities’ in Explosive Address

UK Retailers Hit Hard: BRC Survey Reveals November Sales Plunge Amid Festive Season Jitters

South Korea CPI Dips Again in November, Fueling Speculation Over More Bank of Korea Rate Cuts

Dollar Rises on Manufacturing PMI as France's Political Landscape Wobbles

Mark Zuckerberg Plans Bold Move: ‘Active Role’ in Trump’s Tech Policies Raises Eyebrows Across America

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