Psychology
When Children as Young as Four are Bored, they Eat More
When youngsters are bored, it is not uncommon for them to eat more. Boredom can lead to mindless nibbling or overeating, and this is a…
News
Technology
The Photomolecular Effect: Light Appears to be Capable of Evaporating Water Without The Use of Heat
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) believes it has achieved an uncommon and startling discovery: light appears to be capable of evaporating water without the…
Technology
Google Gboard Will Feature Text Scanning Using OCR Technology
Gboard, Google’s keyboard software, is about to get an intriguing new feature based on Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology. The most recent beta version 13.6…
Neuroscience
Adults with ADHD are at a Higher Risk of getting Dementia
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disease characterized by difficulty paying attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. It is usually diagnosed in childhood, but some people continue to have…
Psychology
During Times of Stress, your Body’s Own Cannabis Molecules Soothe You
When you are experiencing stress, anxiety, or other forms of emotional discomfort, the endocannabinoid system can be triggered to help regulate and balance your body’s…
Neuroscience
How do Our Brains inform us what Went Wrong?
Our brains have evolved intricate cognitive processes that assist us in understanding and identifying what went wrong in a variety of scenarios. Perception, memory, reasoning,…
Plants and Animals
When a Scientist Reconnected With the Whale That Had Saved Her From a Tiger Shark
“I knew there was a chance I could easily be killed by this whale,” whale scientist Nan Hauser says in a BBC Earth interview from…
Biology
After 46,000 Years Frozen in Siberian Permafrost, Ancient Worms Have Been Resurrected
An ancient worm has wriggled back to life after being buried in Siberian permafrost for 46,000 years. Radiocarbon study indicated that the small critters, known…
Psychology
A Study Reveals a Correlation between Sexism and Poor Parenting
According to University of Auckland research, fathers and moms who feel men should have power and authority in society and the family are less sensitive…
Health
A Study Discovered that the Risk Factors for Dementia differ by Ethnicity
Dementia is a complex disorder with many risk factors, and research has shown that these risk factors differ depending on ethnicity. hereditary factors can play…
Health
Eyes may be the doorway to your Soul, but the Tongue reflects your Health
Examining the human tongue for indicators of disease, a 2000-year-old technique of Chinese herbalists, is now being embraced by computer scientists utilizing machine learning and…
Neuroscience
How persistent Stress causes the Brain to want Comfort Food
Stress can override natural fullness cues, leading to increased food consumption and sweet desires. When you’re anxious, a high-calorie snack may seem like a good…
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