Whether it’s checking your daily horoscope for love advice or sharing zodiac memes with friends, astrology is everywhere. Many of us find comfort in the idea that the stars might hold clues about our lives—but can they really?
Why we dream has been a mystery for centuries. Neuroscientists in California have come up with a possible answer: Dreams might be a way for the brain to protect itself.
We usually think of memory as something that happens only in the brain. But what if it’s not just neurons that can learn? Research by Nikolay Kukushkin suggests that other cells in the body can also adapt and “remember,” using methods like spaced repetition.
“What if your brain’s function isn’t just about connections but also about its shape? Scientists have discovered that the brain’s geometry shapes its function—challenging decades of neuroscience!”
As you casually buy gifts for the holidays, a hidden force guides you towards certain stores and products. Unbeknownst to you, their appearance has been tailor-made to catch your attention. This is neuromarketing; utilizing the brain’s reactions to ads and products.
Stereotypes help us navigate social situations, but they can also mislead us. What happens when our assumptions clash with reality? Using a unique communication game, researchers reveal how feedback reshapes our behavior and how early experiences influence our ability to adapt.
Functional MRI (fMRI) has long been a core method to study brain function. Conventional fMRI,
Ever wondered how your brain juggles so many tasks? One moment you’re solving a maths
The psychology behind the horror-clown: Clowns are there to make us laugh but lend themselves well to a terrifying Halloween. Where does this contradiction come from?
Are you someone who is often complimented for their perfect accent in a foreign language like English? Does learning accents come easily to you? You could be a “Super-pronouncer”!