Is your dog a genius? Putting Fido to the test
Source: CBS News
You can now find out if your dog is a super smart canine Einstein. Read on for more.
Science & Nature
Fear Factor Gene Discovered
Source: LiveScience
Did you know that scientists discovered a gene that influences the brain’s response to fear and danger? Read about it here.
Horror Movies: Why People Love Them
Source: LiveScience
Why do we enjoy horror? Read about the various theories put forward for the popularity of horror movies.
California’s worst drought in 1,200 years in pictures
Source: BBC
This series of images shows the devastating effect of the drought in California which has led to sweeping state-wide water restrictions for the first time in history .
As Life Slips By: Why Eye Movement Doesn’t Blur the Picture
Source: ScienceNewsline
A molecular “glue” has been discovered that builds the brain connections that keep visual images clear and still, even as objects or your eyes move.
The Psychology of a Horror Movie Fan
Source: Pacific Standard
Discover the reasons why people say they love horror movies, while others hate them.
Announcing the Finalists of the 12th Annual Smithsonian.com Photo Contest
Source: The Guardian
See some amazing photographs showing nature at work in this year’s photo contest finalists for Smithsonian.com.
How pickpockets trick your mind
Source: BBC
The key to a successful pickpocket isn’t sleight of hand, but knowing about how our brains work, according to neuroscientist Susana Martinez-Conde.
Hug a tree – the evidence shows it really will make you feel better
Source: The Conversation
Researchers look into the effects that a growing disconnect from nature may have.
Does Success Breed Success?
Source: Psychology Today
In a 2014 study, a sociology research team at the State University of New York at Stony Brook found that one initial success leads to more success in the future.