Psychology
The Problem with the Way Scientists Study Reason
They overly rely on logic and philosophy, and neglect psychology’s more natural ally: biology.
A Magician Explains Why We See What’s Not There
Our brain is constantly picturing what the future should be.
The Case for Professors of Stupidity
The greatest problem facing the world today is a rule system.
Herbicide Is What’s for Dinner
How the biggest farming practice you’ve never heard of is changing your food.
Pregnancy Changes Perception of Odors and Tastes
Receptor modifies how mated fruit flies perceive polyamines.
12 Mind-Bending Perceptual Illusions
They show us in a clear and unambiguous way that we don’t directly experience the world.
A Study on Meter and Rhyme
Language that is metrically regular to an unusual degree is not only found in poetry, but also in the language of rites and festive events, in preverbal infant-directed speech (IDS), in slogans, commercial ads, etc.
Your IQ Matters Less Than You Think
In studies of children and historical figures, IQ falls short as a measure of success.