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Same Principle, Different Computations: How Time and Space Perception Diverge

Imagine this: you’re racing against the clock while keeping an eye on the distance to your destination. Ever wondered why our sense of time can feel different from our perception of space, even if both are fundamental ways we navigate the world? Recent research led by Sepehr Sima and Mehdi Sanayei from the School of […]

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Familiar Innovation? Insights from the Front Lines of Idea Evaluation

In the dynamic landscape of innovation, the battle between the allure of the known and the appeal of the novel plays out continuously. A recent study sheds light on this intriguing tug-of-war, revealing how familiarity significantly influences the evaluation of new ideas within organizations. This revelation not only enriches our understanding of decision-making processes but […]

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Taking Controlled Rest in Aviation: How Pilot Fatigue Management Enhances Flight Safety

Pilots are known for their resilience in the face of fatigue during long-haul flights. With long and unpredictable working hours, the aviation industry has seen significant efforts to address sleepiness. Controlled rest on the flight deck is one such measure aimed at combating unexpected sleepiness. However, a recent study by Cassie J. Hilditch and colleagues […]

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The Secrets of Best-Selling Books Through the Lens of AI

In the vast ocean of literature, what makes a book a best-seller? This is a question that authors, publishers, and even readers have pondered for centuries. Now, thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning, we’re getting closer to uncovering the secret sauce behind the books that top the charts. A recent study dives […]

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The Link Between Dietary Supplements and Doping Attitudes in Young Athletes

In the realm of youth sports, the quest for peak performance is a path fraught with choices. Among these, the use of dietary supplements often stands at a crossroads, leading either to enhanced performance or to the slippery slope of doping. A study titled “Supplement usage and doping attitudes in elite youth sports: The mediating […]

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Understanding the Nuances of Conspiracy Discourse

We live in a time where information spreads faster than ever, often with little regard for its accuracy. This phenomenon, known as an “infodemic,” has raised public concern, particularly during health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. The field of infodemiology, which emerged in the early internet era, studies how health-related information and misinformation spread. It’s […]

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Supernatural Beliefs and Attributions: Understanding Their Role in Our Lives

Have you ever wondered about the impact of supernatural beliefs in our daily lives? Whether it’s a belief in fate, spirits, or other entities beyond our material world, these beliefs are more common and influential than many of us realize. The article Supernatural Attributions: Seeing God, the Devil, Demons, Spirits, Fate, and Karma as Causes […]

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How Our Music Choices Reflect Our Morals

Music, transcending language and culture, is a universal language that resonates deeply with our emotions and beliefs. A groundbreaking study titled “Soundscapes of morality: Linking music preferences and moral values through lyrics and audio” sheds light on the fascinating link between our musical choices and moral values. This research delves into how the songs we […]

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Understanding Empathy and Its Challenges Post-Genocide in Rwanda

Have you watched a soccer match recently and seen advertisements for “Visit Rwanda?” You know, that Rwanda. I was born in the early 80s, and for the longest time, Rwanda was associated with violence and death. Just a few short decades later, how did we get here? The article On the Impact of the Genocide […]

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Understanding Spider Phobia: A Closer Look at Inhibitory Control and Antisaccade Training

I’ve been reading The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien and just finished the chapter where Melkor and Ungoliant destroyed the Two Trees. Ungoliant is a particularly giant spider-esq spirit. With that said, the study protocol from PloS One is either perfectly or ill-timed.. Spider phobia, a type of specific phobia, is more than just a fear […]

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Category: psychology

Same Principle, Different Computations: How Time and Space Perception Diverge

Familiar Innovation? Insights from the Front Lines of Idea Evaluation

Taking Controlled Rest in Aviation: How Pilot Fatigue Management Enhances Flight Safety

The Secrets of Best-Selling Books Through the Lens of AI

The Link Between Dietary Supplements and Doping Attitudes in Young Athletes

Understanding the Nuances of Conspiracy Discourse

Supernatural Beliefs and Attributions: Understanding Their Role in Our Lives

How Our Music Choices Reflect Our Morals

Understanding Empathy and Its Challenges Post-Genocide in Rwanda

Understanding Spider Phobia: A Closer Look at Inhibitory Control and Antisaccade Training

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