...This chapter sheds light on some ways that neuroscientific research about learning and memory has been featured in landmark works in neurophilosophy. Neuroscientists have early on been cognizant of the fact that memory is a genuine cognitive function suitable for a variety of their investigative...

...This chapter presents a critical overview on cognition and its ontogenesis. First, it examines the plausibility of the deterministic role of DNA in cognitive function. It then analyzes an example of progressive specialization and localization of function in typical development and how this differs...

...This chapter presents studies which reveal that the cognitive challenge in youth helps to improve brain function and cognitive function in adulthood and old age. The association of higher education attainment in youth with improved cognitive function and reduced Alzheimer’s disease risk in old age...

...This chapter focuses on the practices that can be used to maintain cognitive function in older adults. Practices that are advisable in young age, including advanced education and avoiding excess weight, are presented. So too are practices that older adults can undertake to support cognitive...