How People Judge Good From Bad
Researchers shed light on how people decide whether certain behaviors are moral or immoral.... Read More...
North Carolina State University
New Personality Test is Faster and Tougher to Trick
Researchers have developed a new personality test they say is faster to take and harder to manipulate. The test relies on a technique called rapid response measurement, in which users only have a few seconds to answer questions about themselves. ... Read More...
Stress Really Can Make Young Adults Feel Older
Researchers say stress plays a significant role in how old young adults feel. The study reveals stressful events above the norm can make emerging adults feel at least one year older than they are.... Read More...
Neuropeptide Involved in Transmitting Itch Signal in Eczema Identified
Researchers implicate the neuropeptide NPPB in generating the itching sensation symptomatic of eczema.... Read More...
New Tech May Make Prosthetic Hands Easier for Patients to Use
A new technology for decoding neuromuscular signals may help make prosthetic hands easier for patients to use, researchers report.... Read More...
Age Affects How We Predict and Respond to Stress at Home
Researchers say those over 60 are better at predicting stressful events at home than younger people. However, younger people are better at utilizing these predictions to minimize the adverse impact of stress.... Read More...
Study Tackles Neuroscience Claims to Have Disproved “Free Will”
A new qualitative review calls into question previous findings about the neuroscience of free will.... Read More...
New Behavioral Science Approach Combines Experiments and Models
Researchers propose a new approach to conducting behavioral science research that uses experimental studies and computer models.... Read More...
More Neuroscience Research Articles Are Reporting the Sex of Laboratory Animals
A new study reports on a significant increase of neuroscience research papers where the authors report on the sex of the animals used in their studies. ... Read More...
Sensitivity to Time Improves Performance at Remotely Controlling Devices
Time sensitivity improves performance when it comes controlling robotics and remote controlled vehicles, a new study reports.... Read More...
‘Gatekeeper’ in Itching Sensation Plays No Role in Pain Transmission
Researchers reveal a neurotransmitter implicated in the itch sensation plays no role in the transmission of pain sensations.... Read More...
New AI Tool Increases Adaptability and Autonomy of Skyrim NPCs
Researchers have developed a new gaming artificial intelligence tool that uses social behavior models to allow nonplayer characters (NPCs) to be more reactive and adaptable to player behavior.... Read More...