This is the 697th most frequent Japanese word.
認知
Recognition; cognition; acknowledgment.
Here, 認知 (recognition) refers to the act of becoming aware of or acknowledging something.
彼女は初めて日本の文化を認知する機会を得た。
She had her first opportunity to recognize Japanese culture.
In this sentence, the term 認知 (recognition) is used to indicate acknowledgment or recognition of someone's achievements or existence.
彼はそのプロジェクトで認知される存在となりました。
He became a recognized figure in the project.
In this context, 認知 (cognition) refers to mental processes concerned with gaining knowledge and understanding.