Interest in neuroscience and brain research is growing exponentially. And not only among experts, but also among the lay public. Elon Musk promises (quite scary) implants that will improve the functioning of our brain. Whether this is possible or not, and whether it is worth the risks that such an invention brings with it, perhaps the future will tell. While we wait, you can read 5 ways to improve your cognitive abilities according to well-established, almost old-fashioned, but relatively effective principles.