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·April 13, 2021·4 min read

Making Music From Spider Webs

Researchers report they have successfully translated the structure of a spider's web into music. The new study could provide new avenues for the development of 3D printing technologies and novel musical compositions. The findings also shed light on cross-species communication. Read More

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·May 16, 2020·4 min read

New Ways to Nudge the Brain

New neurostimulation technology works safely and non-invasively to modify brain activity. The findings may provide some foundational knowledge for the development of future technologies that could expedite cognitive processes. Read More

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·November 4, 2019·5 min read

Screen-based media associated with structural differences in brains of young children

Study reveals lower microstructural integrity in white matter tracts supporting language and emergent literacy skills in prekindergarten aged children exposed to excessive screen time media. Read More

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·August 14, 2019·4 min read

Emotional journey of a digital detox while traveling

A new study looks at the effect of digital detox on travelers. Initially, people experience anxiety, frustration, and symptom of withdrawal from technology while traveling. As their trip progresses, people experience more enjoyment and feelings of liberation after spending extended time away from the digital world. Read More

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·May 19, 2019·5 min read

Children describe technology that gives them a sense of ambiguity as ‘creepy’

Children consider technologies that pose an ambiguous threat as 'creepy'. Researchers pinpoint five aspects of technology that contribute to the feeling of ambiguity, examples of which are lack of control, ominous physical appearance and mimicry. Read More

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·April 9, 2019·2 min read

How technology can help prompt positive memories for people with depression

Researchers propose adapting computer technologies to help those with depression recall positive memories. Most existing technologies focused on supporting memory impairments are geared towards episodic memory recall and cognitive impairments related to neurodegenerative diseases. Read More

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·April 6, 2019·4 min read

Screen time, even before bed, has little impact on teen well-being

Contrary to previous findings, a new study reports little evidence for a substantial negative link between screen time use before sleep and adolescent wellbeing. Read More

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·August 3, 2018·3 min read

Broadband Internet May Be to Blame For Sleep Deprivation

Researchers report those with DSL internet sleep, on average, 25 minutes less than people without DSL. The study also reports those with broadband are significantly less likely to sleep between 7 to 9 hours per night. Read More

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·July 12, 2018·5 min read

Sci-Fi Fans Enthusiastic For Digitizing the Brain

Researchers report science fiction fans are positive about the potential to upload consciousness, neurotech and digitizing the brain. Read More

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·May 29, 2018·3 min read

What Do Animals Want?

A new machine learning study reveals behavioral strategies in worms. The study, researchers say, may shed light on how humans make decisions. Read More

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·May 29, 2018·5 min read

Face Recognition Experts Perform Better with AI as Partners

A new study reports facial recognition experts perform better with deep convolutional neural networks assisting them in their jobs rather than other humans. Read More

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·May 15, 2018·4 min read

Why We Need to Figure Out a Theory of Consciousness

A new article looks at theories of consciousness and novel research aimed at providing a better understanding of the roots of consciousness. Read More

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