Modern life has many benefits. Transport, comfy furniture, smartphones, TV, the internet, dentistry and advanced medicine would be at the
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Binary bias distorts how we integrate information
When we evaluate and compare a range of data points—whether that data is related to health outcomes, head counts, or
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Researchers discover the way we see an image depends on ‘where we are’
A study conducted by a Fight for Sight-funded researcher has discovered that the way we see an image changes depending
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How often do people forget things about one another? We decided to find out
A new acquaintance needs to be reminded of your name while you are having a conversation. A colleague forgets your
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Why we stick to false beliefs: Feedback trumps hard evidence
Ever wonder why flat earthers, birthers, climate change and Holocaust deniers stick to their beliefs in the face of overwhelming
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Can we improve cardiac arrest survival in hospitals?
Each July brings residents – recent graduates from medical schools – to the inpatient wards of major teaching hospitals across
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We scheduled our sex for a month
For a couple of 40-something parents with two little kids, I’d say my husband and I have a pretty good
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Perceived socioeconomic status can affect how old we feel
A recent study finds that how older adults perceive their socioeconomic status influences how old they feel and their attitudes
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Could we predict the next Ebola outbreak by tracking the migratory patterns of bats?
Javier Buceta, associate professor of bioengineering, Paolo Bocchini, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering, and postdoctoral student Graziano Fiorillo
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Why do we fart? 10 facts about flatulence
In fact, according to some research, the average person passes gas about 12–25 times a day. In this article, learn
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