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·November 16, 2017·4 min read

Multiplayer Video Games: Link Between Skill and Intelligence Discovered

Some MOBA video games can act like an IQ test, researchers report. In a new PLOS ONE study, researchers note a correlation between skill in action strategy games, like DOTA2, and high IQ. The correlation is similar to that seen between intelligence and ability in more traditional games like chess.

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·March 20, 2017·3 min read

Mystery of How Sperm Swim Revealed in Mathematical Formula

A new mathematical formula based on the rhythmic movement of a sperm could provide new insights into male infertility.

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·October 7, 2021·4 min read

Nature-Based Activities Can Improve Mood and Reduce Anxiety

Participating in nature-based activities including exercise, gardening, and conservation, helps improve mood and reduce anxiety for those with mental health problems.

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·October 10, 2018·3 min read

Never Forget a Face? People Know an Average of 5,000 Faces

A new study reveals that, on average, we are able to recognize 5,000 different faces.

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·November 15, 2017·4 min read

New Insights Into Why Sleep is Good For Memory

Sleep helps us to strengthen both old and new versions of experiences, allowing us to use our memories adaptively, researchers report.

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·September 23, 2019·3 min read

New study on sharing shows social norms play a role in decision making

Influence of social norms shapes a child's desire to share by the age of eight.

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·January 16, 2018·5 min read

No Evidence to Support Link Between Violent Video Games and Behavior

A new study from University of York researchers backs up previous findings that there is no evidence to support the theory that violent video games increase real life aggressive behavior in gamers.

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·November 14, 2018·4 min read

People Are Better at Remembering Names Rather Than Faces

The common belief that we are better at remembering faces over names may not be true. Researchers report we are actually better at remembering a person's name than we are faces.

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·August 20, 2019·3 min read

Possible genetic link between children’s language and mental health

Study finds three of six genetic variants which contribute to a child's language development are also associated with mental health risks.

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·April 24, 2022·5 min read

Prehistoric People Created Art by Firelight

An examination of artistic designs on stones believed to be over 15,000 years old reveals our early ancestors probably created intricate artwork by firelight.

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·October 11, 2022·4 min read

Properties of ‘Baby Talk’ Similar Across Many Languages

Infant-directed speech, or "baby talk", displays similar properties across 36 different languages.

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·April 21, 2017·4 min read

Risk of Psychosis From Cannabis Use Lower Than Previously Thought

While researchers report the risk of developing psychosis from cannabis use is relatively small, those who use the drug and already suffer from schizophrenia may notice their condition worsen.

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