Is our sense of fairness driven by selfishness? We're studying the brain to find out

The preference for fairness emerges early in childhood, suggesting it is to some extent hardwired.

Patricia Christian, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet • conversation
Jan. 17, 2024 • ~7 min

Why humans aren't as egocentric as you might think – new research

Sometimes we can’t help but consider the beliefs of others.

Richard O'Connor, Lecturer in Psychology, University of Hull • conversation
Oct. 30, 2023 • ~6 min

Pregnancy is a genetic battlefield – how conflicts of interest pit mom's and dad's genes against each other

Genetic conflict may play a role in pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes, as well as developmental disorders.

Jessica D. Ayers, Assistant Professor of Psychological Science, Boise State University • conversation
Nov. 30, 2022 • ~8 min

Selfish or selfless? Human nature means you're both

Cognitive neuroscientists use brain imaging and behavioral economic games to investigate people's sense of fairness. They find it's common to take care of yourself before looking out for others.

Jean Decety, Professor of Psychology, and Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Chicago • conversation
March 17, 2021 • ~10 min

Humans aren't inherently selfish – we're actually hardwired to work together

The 'good' side of our nature is much more deep-rooted than the 'evil' side.

Steve Taylor, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, Leeds Beckett University • conversation
Aug. 20, 2020 • ~7 min

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