On the scenic west coast of Ireland, in the late 1980s, a fossil was found by an Irish geologist. Recently, it’s been dated as 435 million years old and the oldest of its type in Ireland.
What is a mental map? Well, it’s a process both humans and animals use daily to find their way around. But, a mental map is more than spatial awareness. This article touches on the bigger effect of mental maps and how they can be influenced.
In this scientific study, researchers explore the link between creativity and risk-taking.
Though scientists are unable to tell when and how the brains of men and women start to differ, recent studies show differences do exist. Accounting for these differences could help the effectiveness of medication.
Neuroscientist Michael Graziano outlines the steps he believes would create an artificially-conscious computer.
A teacher inspired by research that showed the benefits of nature for childhood development, started a curriculum that introduces kids to the outdoors.
Even the cheesiest 3-D movie effects can be startling. How does a cheap pair of glasses make an image look like it’s coming right at us?
The similarities between humans and chimpanzees are not merely genetic. Find out what researchers are learning about their very human-like behaviors.
Take a look at some stunning and captivating imagery from The Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2017 Awards in Britain. The captions provide some descriptive background to each image.
The use of technologies such as CGI (computer-generated imagery) can make a little bear from Peru appear very real. We take on board the personality and challenges of the “guy” as if he were human. Read more about the technical challanges here.
