We are able to rapidly learn an association between events that happen sequentially, sometimes even by coincidence. How are we able to make associations between consecutive events so
If you’ve ever gone through a bad breakup, you’ve probably experienced the phenomenon called “heartache” or “heartbreak.” Isn’t it interesting that we use expressions of pain to describe
Did you know that your expectations can have a profound impact on your perception, behavior, and health, as well as, test performance? Let me convince you. Image by
In an increasingly sterile world, bacteria have more and more opportunity to do damage. Luckily, a solution for the consequences of our hygienic lifestyle is near: the poo
Recently, one of the founders of artificial intelligence Marving Minksy passed away. This was unfortunate as he could not celebrate the breakthrough in his field: a computer program that
Have you ever experienced sleep paralysis? You’re in bed, you’re asleep, and yet you can sense the presence of someone in your room. What causes this hallucination and
Valentine’s Day is often either anticipated by those in the throes of passion or despised by the single or cynical. But what is the science behind the feeling we
Nowadays it seems that people don’t agree much with each other, at the very least, it would be practical if we could agree with ourselves. However, recent research has
Not being troubled by a traumatic experience as a result of moving your eyes. This might sound implausible, but in many cases it works. How is this possible? Drawing
We probably all know this situation: you’re doing some work around the house, and instead of hitting the nail with the hammer, you hit your thumb. In these
Does neuroscience study the mind? What does ‘the mind’ mean? As a philosopher and expert on the mind, Frank van Caspel offers us an approach to understanding this issue. illustration
Redhead meets dental surgeon. According to some scientists, that’s not a very attractive scenario. Redheads supposedly have a lower pain threshold than, say, blondes or brunettes. Is this
