<p>This is the fully revised and updated second edition of the very sucessful introductory textbook on cognitive neuroscience. Written by two leading experts in the field, this book takes a unique thematic approach to introduce concepts of cognitive neurosciences, guiding students along a clear path to understand the latest findings whether or not they have a background in neuroscience. New to this edition are <i>Frontiers in Cognitive Neuroscience</i> text boxes; each one focuses on a leading researcher and their topic of expertise. There is a new chapter on Genes and Molecules of Cognition, and all other chapters have been thoroughly revised, based on the most recent discoveries. </p><ul><li>New edition of a very successful textbook</li><li>Completely revised to reflect new advances, and feedback from adopters and students</li><li>Includes a new chapter on Genes and Molecules of Cognition</li><li>Student Solutions available at<U> http://www.baars-gage.com/</U></li></ul> <p><b>For Teachers:</b></p> <ul> <p><li><b>Rapid adoption and course preparation:</b> A wide array of instructor support materials are available online including PowerPoint lecture slides, a test bank with answers, and eFlashcords on key concepts for each chapter. </li><li><b>A textbook with an easy-to-understand thematic approach:</b> in a way that is clear for students from a variety of academic backgrounds, the text introduces concepts such as working memory, selective attention, and social cognition.</li><li><b>A step-by-step guide for introducing students to brain anatomy: </b>color graphics have been carefully selected to illustrate all points and the research explained. Beautifully clear artist's drawings are used to 'build a brain' from top to bottom, simplifying the layout of the brain.</li> </ul> <p><b>For students:</b></p> <ul> <p><li><b>An easy-to-read, complete introduction to mind-brain science:</b> all chapters begin from mind-brain functions and build a coherent picture of their brain basis. A single, widely accepted functional framework is used to capture the major phenomena. </li><li><b>Learning Aids</b> include a student support site with study guides and exercises, a new <b>Mini-Atlas of the Brain</b> and a full <b>Glossary </b>of technical terms and their definitions.</li><li><b>Richly illustrated </b>with hundreds of carefully selected color graphics to enhance understanding. </li></ul>