Marketers have long understood that emotions influence behavior—but a new study reveals just how deeply momentary mood states can shape the decisions people make around risk, reward, delay, and effort. 

We all know a powerful ad when we see one. But how often do we stop to ask—did we feel it, or just recognize that we were supposed to?  A new neuroscience study offers a fresh lens on this distinction.

Modern AI models have begun to mirror the most complex system we know: the human brain. Large Language Models (LLMs) like Claude or GPT aren’t just glorified calculators. They're sprawling networks of digital cognition—structures so intricate, researchers are now using neuroscientific metaphors to understand them. 

In a world where consumer attention is fleeting, brands must walk a fine line between innovation and accessibility. The MAYA Principle—"Most Advanced Yet Acceptable"—offers a strategic approach to packaging design and marketing communication that maximizes impact without alienating audiences.

In our latest webinar, Brainsuite co-founder Dr. Dirk Held explored how AI-powered pretesting is transforming creative evaluation. The key insight? AI does not replace traditional market research; instead, it enhances it—filling in the gaps where traditional consumer research falls short. 

Did you know that your brain makes purchase decisions before you're even consciously aware of them? For category managers, understanding these split-second neural processes is becoming a crucial competitive advantage. While ensuring product availability remains important, the real magic happens when we tap into how the brain processes visual information at the shelf.