Neurocognitive geography: exploring the nexus between geographic environments, the human brain, and behavior
Tianyu Yang, Tong Qin, Jiaxin Zhang, Zheng Dong, Yulin Wu, Xiaohong Wan, Yu Liu, Song Gao, Xi‐Nian Zuo, Qiao Wang, Weihua Dong
Abstract
We provide perspectives on a novel interdisciplinary field, neurocognitive geography, to integrate the theories and methods of geography and cognitive neuroscience and address the issues of the human–environment nexus. We discuss the intricate interactions between geographic environments and human brains and behaviors, while outlining future research issues and challenges for this emerging field. By providing theoretical foundations and advanced methodologies, neurocognitive geography facilitates society advance the sustainable development goals in sustainable cities, good health and well-being, climate action and reducing regional inequalities.