artificial intelligencedeep learningFeaturedGeneticsmachine learningNeuroscience·April 22, 2020Scientists track the link between wildlife and COVID-19Virologist and computational neuroscientists agree, how humans treat and trade animals may have played a significant role in the coronavirus pandemic and other viral infections. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·April 2, 2020How COVID-19 sheds when symptoms are relatively mildStudy reports viral shedding of SARS-CoV-2 occurs in the upper respiratory tract during early COVID-19 infection when symptoms are mild or hardly noticeable. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 27, 2020Green space can reduce violent crimeWell designed and maintained urban green spaces reduce instances of violent, community-based crimes, specifically gun violence. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 26, 2020Connectedness to nature makes children happierConnectedness to nature makes children happier due to their tendency to perform sustainable and pro-ecological behaviors. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 26, 2020Spending time in nature reduces stressSpending as little as ten minutes in a natural setting can help people feel happier and decrease the effects of both physical and mental stress. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 14, 2020Mother nature and child development: Reshaping modern play spaces for children’s healthAllowing a child to play in nature helps improve their physical health, motor skills, learning ability, social development, and emotional wellbeing. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 28, 2020Could psychedelics help treat mental health and resolve the climate crisis?Numerous recent studies claim psychedelics, such as psilocybin, can help treat a range of mental health problems from depression to PTSD. Researchers investigate how psychedelics can help us become more "nature-connected" and increase a sense of environmental responsibility. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 10, 2019Musical perception: nature or nurture?Although musical perception is universal, musical training alters the perception of music. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 4, 2019Children don’t like nature as much as adults, but preferences change with ageYounger children tend to prefer urban environments, but older children tend to prefer natural settings. Findings suggest an affinity for nature develops gradually during life rather than being inherent at an early age. Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·July 12, 2019Seeing greenery linked to less intense and frequent cravingsSpending time in nature can help reduce the strength and frequency of cravings. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceneurotechPsychology·June 19, 2019We know contact with nature makes you feel better. Can virtual contact do the same?The positive effects of spending time with nature on psychological wellbeing and health are well documented. However, not everyone can enjoy a trip to a green-space. New research suggests virtual exposure to nature via augmented reality and movies can mimic the effect and provide a boost to wellbeing. Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 13, 2019Two hours a week is key dose of nature for health and wellbeingThose who spend at least 120 minutes per week enjoying the outdoors report better health and feelings of wellbeing than those who spend less, or no time in nature. Read More
