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·April 19, 2018·3 min read

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.

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·March 12, 2018·4 min read

Study Tackles Neuroscience Claims to Have Disproved “Free Will”

A new qualitative review calls into question previous findings about the neuroscience of free will.

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·January 3, 2018·3 min read

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.

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·November 10, 2017·4 min read

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.

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·October 3, 2017·3 min read

‘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.

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·August 2, 2017·3 min read

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.