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·September 7, 2023·4 min read

Truth Relativism and its Ties to Conspiracy Theory Beliefs

Researchers explored the link between the belief that truth is relative and susceptibility to conspiracy theories. Two studies, involving Swedes and Brits, evaluated participants’ perspectives on truth and their responses to conspiracy theories and nonsensical sentences.

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·September 7, 2023·4 min read

Psilocybin and Mental Health: A Glimpse into Psychedelic Therapeutics

Psychedelic drugs, notably psilocybin found in "magic mushrooms," are under the spotlight for their potential to treat various mental health disorders. Recent studies reveal promising outcomes using psilocybin for major depressive disorder (MDD) and treatment-resistant depression (TRD).

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·September 3, 2023·5 min read

The Paradox of Progress: Why More Freedom Isn’t Making Women Happier

Despite gains in freedom and employment opportunities, research indicates women are experiencing higher levels of anxiety, depression, and sleep issues than before. A survey suggests that dissatisfaction with societal treatment may be a key factor.

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·August 28, 2023·9 min read

Parasitic Roundworm from Python Found in Human Brain

Researchers found a live eight-centimeter Ophidascaris robertsi roundworm in the brain of a 64-year-old Australian woman. The parasitic roundworm, typically found in carpet pythons, was successfully extracted following brain surgery.

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·August 23, 2023·4 min read

Is Adult Education A Brain Shield Against Dementia?

Researchers unveiled a promising link between adult education and reduced dementia risk. The study analyzed data from the UK Biobank, finding that individuals involved in adult education courses had a 19% decreased chance of developing dementia.

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·August 23, 2023·7 min read

Embracing Virtually: How Digital Interactions Mirror the Warmth of Real-World Hugs

The concept of "digital hugs" challenges the way we think about physical vs. online interactions. Recent research investigates how the feelings and experiences surrounding a hug can be translated and even amplified in digital spaces, especially during times when physical connections are limited.

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·August 11, 2023·6 min read

Dopamine’s Role in Unrewarded Learning

Researchers uncovered that dopamine, the “feel-good” hormone typically associated with rewards, plays a vital role in learning even without immediate incentives. The study discovered that dopamine and acetylcholine, both crucial for memory and learning, maintain a dynamic balance in the brain irrespective of external rewards.

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·August 11, 2023·4 min read

Hearing Loss Reversed Using Gene Therapy

Researchers made a breakthrough in reversing hearing loss in mice. By targeting the inactive Spns2 gene and activating it using a specific enzyme, the team successfully restored the mice's hearing in low and middle frequency ranges.

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·July 31, 2023·4 min read

Can Robots Crack a Joke? The Limits of AI’s Humor Understanding

While artificial intelligence can now generate jokes, a new study suggests it lacks understanding of what makes them funny. In a recent experiment, AI models and humans were tested on tasks involving New Yorker magazine’s Cartoon Caption Contest entries.

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·July 28, 2023·5 min read

Infant Nap Frequency Reflects Cognitive Needs

A new study found that the frequency and duration of naps in infants are an indication of their cognitive needs. According to the research, infants with smaller vocabularies and poorer cognitive abilities tend to nap more frequently.

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·July 26, 2023·6 min read

Stealing a Brain Hack: Exploration vs Urgency Shapes Memory and Learning

Researchers showed that when participants imagined themselves as art thieves scouting a virtual museum for a future heist, they had a better memory of the paintings they observed than those imagining executing an immediate heist. This difference between exploratory and urgent mindsets could have implications for framing challenges such as vaccine promotion or climate action.

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·July 24, 2023·2 min read

Berry Good News: Daily Strawberries Boost Cognitive & Cardio Health

Consuming strawberries daily was linked to improved cognitive function, lower blood pressure, and increased antioxidant capacity. The study involved 35 healthy individuals who consumed an amount equivalent to two servings of strawberries daily.