Evolution: lab-grown 'mini brains' suggest one mutation might have rewired the human mind
Neanderthal-human hybrid brains grown in the lab give fascinating insights into evolution.
Feb. 26, 2021 • ~8 min
How the pandemic may damage children's social intelligence
Children aren't just losing out on education as a result of the pandemic.
Feb. 12, 2021 • ~7 min
Do you see red like I see red?
Neuroscientists tackling the age-old question of whether perceptions of color hold from one person to the next are coming up with some interesting answers.
Feb. 5, 2021 • ~8 min
'Male' vs 'female' brains: having a mix of both is common and offers big advantages – new research
While there are small differences between male and female brains, most of us have a mix of both.
Jan. 20, 2021 • ~8 min
Are the brains of atheists different to those of religious people? Scientists are trying to find out
Atheists may think more analytically than religious people, but it is far from proven.
Jan. 18, 2021 • ~9 min
Synced brains: how to bond with your kids – according to neuroscience
The brain activity of a parent and child can become synchronised during play and problem solving.
Jan. 15, 2021 • ~7 min
Six ways to 'reboot your brain' after a hard year of COVID-19 – according to science
The brain is surprisingly changeable.
Dec. 31, 2020 • ~8 min
Why our obsession with happy endings can lead to bad decisions
Shakespeare was wrong when he wrote 'all's well that ends well'.
Nov. 2, 2020 • ~7 min
How to stay socially connected as lockdown returns - according to science
Recent findings from social neuroscience show us how we can make virtual interactions almost as beneficial as real world ones.
Oct. 22, 2020 • ~7 min
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