What are the Evolutionary Origins of Recognizing Music?
Researchers exploring the evolutionary origins of music have found that the process of the brain recognizing melodies is older than expected.
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Have Zoom Fatigue? It’s Because You’re Staring at Yourself
Researchers at Stanford University have found that one of the causes for zoom fatigue is staring at oneself all day.
Are Paranormal Beliefs and Cognitive Function Linked?
A new study shows that those who have paranormal beliefs display “differences or deficits” in cognitive function. No specific pattern or type of dysfunction was correlated with paranormal beliefs. Instead, the study authors observed a wide range of cognitive deficits...
New Research Shows Another Key Feature to Identify a Psychopath
New research from the University of New Mexico reveals a curious fact: psychopaths don't move their heads while talking.
The “Equal-Opportunity Jerk:” How Rudeness Can Cover Up Sexism
New research from the University of Texas reveals that rudeness can be used as a cover for something even more concerning in the workplace.
Could Sound Waves be a Viable Cancer Treatment Option?
New research suggests that sound waves may provide promising results as a novel form of treatment for cancer.
Could Marijuana Lower the Demand for Prescription Drugs?
With the cost of prescription drugs in the billions each year for the U.S., scientists are turning to marijuana to help lower the drug usage.
Every Breath You Take May Help You Fight Infections, New Research Says
Using a lungs-on-a-chip model, researchers at Harvard University have found that the process of breathing helps to fight infections.
A Kitchen Spice is Helping to Build a New Fuel Cell
Curcumin, a component of turmeric, has been shown to have promising properties that may help build hydrogen fuel cells.
Forget All About It-New Research Sheds Light on the Mechanisms of Suppressed Memories
New research is slowly unraveling the mechanisms involved in creating suppressed memories in the human mind.
Could Magic Mushrooms Help to Treat Depression?
Depression has become a more common mental health issue. New research suggests that a compound in magic mushrooms could be a viable treatment option.
Research Suggests that Being Bilingual Boosts Brain Health
As the brain ages, it begins to slow down many of its functions. This can lead to loss of memory, loss of clarity, or even certain brain disorders like Alzheimer’s or dementia. For individuals who have family members with brain...
I Can’t Hear You: How Our Oceans are Slowly Getting Noisier
New research reveals that oceans are getting noisier in some areas, making it harder for fish to communicate.
New Research Suggests that Green Spaces Can Promote Peace Over War
Green spaces like parks or fields can help boost individual psychology and may help promote peace in a war-torn area.
Magic Mushrooms May Help Stop Opioid Addiction, New Research Suggests
Psilocybin, a compound found in magic mushrooms, may be helpful in helping individuals overcome opioid addiction.
Corporate Secrets and Competition at CERN: How Knowledge Leaks Happen
Competition is a normal occurrence within most workplaces. Whether employees are competing over sales, office supplies, or potential clients, some competition can be a good thing. However, when there is too much competition, things can quickly go downhill. Recently, one...
Electric Cars May Be Able to Power Your Home, But Not Yet
Electric cars are becoming more popular, but they're not yet able to power your home... and science gives us the reason why.
Go Big Brained or Go Home: The Secret to Parrots’ Long Lives in Brain Size
New research suggests that a parrot's large brain size may also help researchers explain their lengthy lifespan.
Natal Attractions: Unlocking the Psychology of Pregnancy Cravings
New research from the University of Barcelona sheds light on the psychology of pregnancy cravings.
You Literally Are What You Eat, According to New Research
Research from Texas A&M University reveals a link between the gut microbiome and an individual's moods.
Filtered Faces: How the Selfie is Driving Up Requests for Plastic Surgery
New research suggests that individuals using a selfie to distort how they look can drive them to want plastic surgery.
Good News for Avocado Lovers: New Research links Avocados to a Lower Risk of Heart Disease
New research suggests that a higher serving of avocados could significantly lower your risk of heart disease.
Co-offenders Likely to Commit Violence Against One Another
New research indicates that criminal gang members who work together are likely to commit violence against one another in the future.
Public Perception Around GMOs is Becoming More Positive, New Study Says
A new study on GMO foods shows that the general public is becoming more positive toward the science behind their production.
Could CBD Be A Safer Alternative to Opioids?
New research suggests that CBD compounds may be better painkillers than common varieties, and with fewer negative side effects.
A New Smart Material Inspired by Squid Skin Could Keep Your Coffee Warm
Researchers at UC Irvine have developed a new smart material for heat insulation that was inspired by squid skin.
Is Spider-Man’s ‘Spidey Sense’ a Real Phenomenon?
The Key May Lie in Sensing Vibrations
The Key May Lie in Sensing Vibrations
Research into the ability of spiders to detect sound waves using their webs seems to indicate spidey sense may be a real thing after all.
CRISPR Gene-Editing Technology Could Create Hypoallergenic Cats and Designer Dogs
Scientists at the company InBio are using CRISPR gene-editing to try and create the world's first hypoallergenic cat.
Air Pollution Increases Your Risk of a Stroke, New Study Says
A new study reveals a significant link between those who live with higher levels of air pollution having a higher probability of a stroke.
Our Next Pain Killers Could Come from Cone Snails
New research suggests a unique protein found within cone snails could be helpful in producing pain relievers.
Scientist Who Criticized Claims of a Fertility Tracker Faces Defamation Suit
How a scientist who called out apparent flaws in the methods of a popular fertility tracker now ended up facing a defamation lawsuit.
Did MIT Scientists Invent a Tool That Can Predict the Future?
MIT researchers say they have developed a simple tool that can help time-series data analysts predict the future.
Ice Volcanoes Make Pluto Target in Search for E.T.
Ice volcanoes spotted on Pluto’s surface mean conditions may exist within the dwarf planet to support extraterrestrial life.
What Are ‘Digital Drugs’ and Who is Using Them?
Researchers have found that people are increasingly using digital drugs for a wide range of reasons, including reported drug-like effects.
Booze, Boobs, and the Psychology of Sexual Coercion in Alcohol Advertisements
Research shows that individuals embracing gender stereotypes are more likely to perform sexual coercion after suggestive advertisements.
Could Science Read Someone’s Imagination?
Researchers at Osaka University recently worked on trying to read someone's imagination, by analyzing brain waves.
Popular Artificial Sweeteners Probably Give You Cancer
French researchers have found a significant link between the regular use of artificial sweeteners and cancer.
Is Secondhand Cannabis Smoke Dangerous?
New Research Highlights Possible Dangers Associated with Bongs and "Hot-Boxing"
New Research Highlights Possible Dangers Associated with Bongs and "Hot-Boxing"
Secondhand cannabis smoke, especially from bongs, contains high levels of carcinogens and particulate matter, according to new research.
Childhood Lead Exposure Likely Lowered IQs in Half of Americans
According to a recent study, the IQs of more than 170 million Americans are estimated to have been affected by childhood lead exposure.
Mental Health Experts Reveal Which Natural Medicines Actually Work and Which Don’t
An international team of researchers has assembled a 'best of the best' analysis of natural medicines used to treat mental health disorders.
How Anxiety Directly Increases or Decreases Motivation
New research indicates that low anxiety individuals become extra-motivated by stress, while high anxiety individuals essentially shut down.
Panspermia: Meteors and Spores to the Fore
What is the evidence for the controversial theory of panspermia? Could simple forms of life really survive in outer space?
Being Read on Reddit: How an AI Model can Predict a User’s Mental Health
Researchers with Dartmouth College are using AI algorithms on Reddit to try and diagnose if users have mental disorders.
Man Who Received Genetically-Modified Pig Heart Transplant Died
On March 9th, the University of Maryland Medical Center announced that the recipient of a pig heart transplant had passed away.
This Experiment Could Show Whether Information is a ‘Fifth Element’
A newly proposed experiment could prove (or disprove) that information itself is the fifth element of physical matter.
Resurrected Rats: Creating Hybrid Species that were Previously Extinct
Researchers are now working to resurrect the extinct Christmas Island rat species with the help of what are called hybrid mechanisms.
The Strange Truth Behind the Toad Lickers
Secretions from the Bufo Alvarius toad reveal a new psychedelic that may become the next fad drug for the rich and famous.
A New DNA Test is a “Skeleton Key” for Hard-to-Diagnose Genetic Diseases
Using a technique called nanopore sequencing, researchers can use this new type of DNA test to look for hard-to-diagnose genetic diseases.
Could Cow Milk Proteins Offer a New Way to Fight COVID-19?
New research suggests that cow milk proteins could boost the body's immune system, helping to fight against the coronavirus.
Technology of the Future Could Turn Radio Waves into Electricity
A new invention uses radio waves to harvest electricity, an innovation that could potentially make waves within the energy industry.