An interesting study has come out of the National Science Foundation (NSF) that found that fluid memory (a type of short-term memory) is key to I.Q., and that training this type of memory can significantly improve I.Q. scores.
Chalk one up for nurture.
Links
[ Fluid Memory Training Improves I.Q. | nsf.gov ]
This study by Jaeggi et al came out in PNAS in April. I found the study so compelling and exciting that I started a new company, consulted with Jaeggi, and developed a software program that applies the same method. Now anyone can benefit from this increase in fluid intelligence for a minimal outlay. (Just $23.75.)
I’ve personally found the training to be very impressive in some not so subtle ways. (I usually struggle with the NY Times Thursday crossword puzzle, but yesterday I completed it in about thirty minutes, for instance.)
If anyone is interested, you can read more and purchase here: iqtesttraining.com
Martin Walker Founder, Operator - mind evolve, llc
Comment by IQ Training — 7/4/2008 @ 9:36 pm