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Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Science
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Everyday technology use can confuse human senses due to conflicting sensory input.
  • Complex technological environments increase sensory load and cognitive strain.
  • An evolutionary mismatch exists between ancient human sensory systems and modern technology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To reframe neuroergonomics within an evolutionary and active inference context.
  • To address sensory mismatch and sensory strain in technologically advanced environments.
  • To propose a new approach for designing technology that aligns with human sensory capabilities.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of sensory conflicts and cognitive strain in technologically altered environments.
  • Reframing neuroergonomics using evolutionary principles and active inference theory.
  • Considering epigenetic, gene-culture, and learning-driven interventions.

Main Results:

  • Identified sensory mismatch and strain as key issues in the Anthropocene.
  • Proposed that neuroergonomics should prioritize evolutionarily tuned priors in technology design.
  • Highlighted the need for interventions to support adaptive change in human-technology interaction.

Conclusions:

  • Neuroergonomics must align technology design with human evolutionary history.
  • Future technology design should respect the constraints and affordances of the human sensory system.
  • Integrating evolutionary perspectives is crucial for mitigating negative impacts of technology on human senses.