Behavioral and economic theory dictate that we decide between options based on their
values. However, humans and animals eagerly seek information about uncertain future …

The signed value and unsigned salience of reward prediction errors (RPEs) are critical to
understanding reinforcement learning (RL) and cognitive control. Dorsomedial prefrontal …

Humans exhibit a strong preference for information (Gottlieb, Oudeyer, Lopes, & Baranes,
2013) and spend a substantial amount of time seeking information (eg, asking questions …

We propose a cognitive and neurobiological model by which curiosity regulates affective
memory, by positively biasing memory encoding through the promotion of emotion …

Cortical and basal ganglia circuits play a crucial role in the formation of goal-directed and
habitual behaviors. In this study, we investigate the cortico-striatal circuitry involved in …

Seeking information is fundamental not only for making adaptive choices but also for
extending our knowledge both individually and as a collective society. Understanding how …