Take a Vacation – You and Your Brain Might Need It!

I love to travel, and I somehow manage to squeeze in a lot more trips than most people I know. So when I see hard and fast research supporting the health benefits of vacation, it really piques my interest. I recently read a somewhat unscientific article that talked about why vacation is good for your [...]

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Posted June 2, 2011 by Karen Merzenich under Odds and Ends, Research studies

Brain Odyssey Is LIVE!

I’m really excited about the launch of Brain Odyssey, a new travel-mystery themed social game that includes Posit Science’s proven brain training exercises! We’re at the AARP convention telling the attendees about the game that is for baby boomers and their families.  Our initial launch partner is AARP Travel Center powered by Expedia, a perfect [...]

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Posted October 4, 2010 by Steven Aldrich under Brain exercise, Posit Science software

Making a More Memorable Vacation

I’ve never really been a “beach person” when it comes to vacations.  For me, a great vacation is about going to new places and immersing myself in different cultures.   Experiencing a new language, finding new ways of seeing, and pushing culinary boundaries are my idea of good fun.  Yes, I’ve gotten lost, had to rely [...]

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Posted March 15, 2010 by Sharon Delman under Odds and Ends, Research studies