The scent of a lemon could help people feel better about their body image, new findings from University of Sussex […]
Step towards light-based, brain-like computing chip
A technology that functions like a brain? In these times of artificial intelligence, this no longer seems so far-fetched — […]
Dataset bridges human vision and machine learning: Neuroscience, computer vision collaborate to better understand visual information processing
Neuroscientists and computer vision scientists say a new dataset of unprecedented size — comprising brain scans of four volunteers who […]
Diet-induced changes favor innovation in speech sounds
Diet-induced changes in the human bite resulted in new sounds such as “f” in languages all over the world, a […]
Brain-computer interface enables people with paralysis to control tablet devices
Tablets and other mobile computing devices are part of everyday life, but using them can be difficult for people with […]
Sign language reveals the hidden logical structure, and limitations, of spoken language
Sign languages can help reveal hidden aspects of the logical structure of spoken language, but they also highlight its limitations […]
Brain structure could influence behavior
New research focusing on how brain structure may impact brain activity and ultimately human behavior could one day lead to […]
Mind’s quality control center found in long-ignored brain area: Cerebellum checks and corrects thoughts, movement
The cerebellum can’t get no respect. Located inconveniently on the underside of the brain and initially thought to be limited […]
Think the ump made the wrong call? Think again: New research shows that in baseball, viewing distance from a play is critical — and fans in the stands aren’t as accurate as umps
The game of baseball unfolds slowly, over nine innings and over the course of three hours or more and yet […]
Colored filter improves dyslexic children’s reading speed
Reading, one of the most difficult activities for children with dyslexia, can be improved by the use of green filters. […]