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The Power of Perception: How Information Sources Affect Voters

Neuroscience NewsMarch 1, 2017

People's opinions of political figures influence how plausible they believe the information they provide to be, even when the information is incorrect, a new study reports.... Read More...

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‘Psychology Vaccine’ Could Help Immunize Public Against Fake News on Climate Change

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 25, 2017

While misinformation can cancel our accurate statements about climate change, researchers report that delivering a 'vaccine, or preemptive exposure, to fragments of misinformation may cancel out the negative false news and help preserve the facts.... Read More...

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The Incorrigibles: How the Brain’s Circuitry is Hardwired For Political Beliefs

Neuroscience NewsDecember 26, 2016

A new study reports the more we are provided with contradictory evidence, the more stubborn we become about our political beliefs.... Read More...

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How Ballot Design Impacts Voter Behavior

Neuroscience NewsNovember 1, 2016

Researchers report the design of voting interfaces can have a significant impact on voter behavior.... Read More...

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Calm or Fiery? Language of Political Candidate Should Match the Times

Neuroscience NewsAugust 29, 2016

A new study reports language intensity and economic conditions are tied when it comes to how people respond to candidates.... Read More...

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Brexit Could Threaten Neurodegenerative Disease Research in Europe

Neuroscience NewsJuly 11, 2016

A new paper considers how Britain's decision to 'Brexit' the European Union could impact funding for neuroscience research, specifically for neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...

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Politically Correct: Liberals and Conservatives Do Think Differently

Neuroscience NewsMarch 16, 2016

A new study reports differences in problem solving skills are linked to political ideology.... Read More...

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It’s All In Our Heads: Using Psychology and Neuroscience to Better Understand Political Behavior

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 24, 2016

Researchers are using psychology and neuroscience to better understand political behavior.... Read More...

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Lapses in Self-Control Can Establish a Perception of Power

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 15, 2016

Researchers report a lack of self control can establish a perception of power.... Read More...

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Pitch of Candidate’s Voice Can Influence Election Outcomes

Neuroscience NewsAugust 7, 2015

In the spirit of the recent political debate, a new study reports the pitch and tone of a candidate's voice can influence whether they win office in an election.... Read More...

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When Good People Behave Badly

Neuroscience NewsJune 7, 2015

A new study addresses why sometimes good people make unethical choices.... Read More...

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Cal BRAIN Kickstarts California Efforts to Map the Brain

Neuroscience NewsJuly 2, 2014

California governor allocates an initial grant of $2 million to the Cal-BRAIN initiative to help map the brain.... Read More...

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The Power of Perception: How Information Sources Affect Voters

‘Psychology Vaccine’ Could Help Immunize Public Against Fake News on Climate Change

The Incorrigibles: How the Brain’s Circuitry is Hardwired For Political Beliefs

How Ballot Design Impacts Voter Behavior

Calm or Fiery? Language of Political Candidate Should Match the Times

Brexit Could Threaten Neurodegenerative Disease Research in Europe

Politically Correct: Liberals and Conservatives Do Think Differently

It’s All In Our Heads: Using Psychology and Neuroscience to Better Understand Political Behavior

Pitch of Candidate’s Voice Can Influence Election Outcomes

Cal BRAIN Kickstarts California Efforts to Map the Brain