Institute of Cognitive Science

The mission of the Institute of Cognitive Science (ICS) at CU-Boulder is to understand and enhance human cognition, learning, and development through the creation of interdisciplinary partnerships. ICS fosters rich scientific interchange across researchers from a broad range of disciplines including Artificial Intelligence, Linguistics, Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Philosophy, and Education.

Cognitive Science

Cognitive Science is the interdisciplinary study of the mind, brain and intelligence, in both humans and machines.

Weekly Colloquia

Our colloquium series features local scholars, distinguished visitors, and panel discussions such as our popular "Converging on Cognition" sessions.

Intermountain Neuroimaging Consortium (INC)

The Institute of Cognitive Science hosts a state-of-the-art magnetic resonance imaging research facility. Under the leadership of Professor Marie Banich, INC brings together neuroscientists from across the Rocky Mountain region who study complex psychological processes such as addiction, pain, emotion, attention, sleep, learning and memory.

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ICS Colloquia Series: 2020-2021 Schedule

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See Colloquia Recordings

The 2020-2021 academic year virtual colloquia are available for viewing.

Special Events

BIPOC & White-Ally Meetups First Fridays

May 27, 2021

Join colleagues building communities of learning at Friday Friday meetups.

ICS Colloquium: ICS at the Speed of Light Recording Now Available

April 30, 2021

Inclusivity Events Available to All at CU Boulder

April 30, 2021

From an anti-racism Coursera offering to weekly talks, workshops, and trainings, find out about what is available at CU Boulder about diversity, equity, anti-racism, anti-oppression, and community building.

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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity Events

UPCOMING EVENTS: IDEC Meetings and Community Building Gatherings, BIPOC identity and White-ally/accomplice Meetups

Featured Research at ICS

Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Needed for All Students, Staff, Faculty by September 15, 2021

June 23, 2021

To ensure the maximum health and safety of our campus, submission of proof of vaccination is required before the start of the fall 2021 semester.

Michael Works with a Student Photo by Matthew Jonas / Staff Photographer Daily Camera

Michael Schneider, ICS PhD Student Co-leads Wearable Technology Summer Camp

June 22, 2021

Michael's belief that "interest drives invention... have something fun to build and you'll learn other thing" make for an engaging and fun camp at Broomfield Library's inventHQ miniseries.

Cinnamon Bidwell, ICS Faculty's Study Quoted in Discussions Around Legislation on Potency Caps on THC Levels of Legal Marijuana

June 22, 2021

Several states are proposing THC level caps for legally sold marijuana, to reduce risks of long-term health impacts, and Cinnamon's ground breaking research is a key factor in decision making.

CINC Building Is Fully Open

June 15, 2021

All entrances, bathrooms, offices, conference rooms, research suite 184 and offices, second floor bathrooms, ICS suites, offices, and conference room are now open for use. Thank you all for your diligence and patience as the building use and ICS operation's teams worked tirelessly to manage CINC access and use throughout...

Donna Caccamise, ICS Faculty and the eBRAVO Research Team's Work to be Showcased at ED Games Expo June 1 - 5

May 27, 2021

The eBRAVO project presents recent developments in the ED Games Expo, an annual showcase of game-changing innovations in educational technology by the U.S. Department of Education.

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