Personality Matters More Than Intelligence at School
Source: New Republic
An Australian psychologist conducted a study on how personality and academic performance are linked and found some surprising answers.
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Dogs Recognize Familiar Faces from Images
Source: ScienceDaily
Most scientists once thought that only humans and primates had the ability to recognize familiar faces. However, a recent study shows that dogs also have that ability. Read the article to find out more.
Bat Echo
Source: National Geographic
Many bats use echolocation to find food. To attract nectar-drinking bats, some tropical flowers reflect sound. Find out how this partnership benefits both bats and flowers.
Fire in Nature
Source: Smokey Bear
Is a forest fire ever a good thing? Fire can be “Nature’s housekeeper,” by killing insects and causing the rebirth of forests. Use the interactive map to discover how natural and prescribed fires in various areas of the U.S. can help, rather than be disasters.
The science of stage fright (and how to overcome it)
Source: TED Ed
Afraid of giving speeches? If so, you’re not alone. Watch this video about how the fear of speaking in public affects the body, and how to trick your brain so that your body stays calm.
Students immersed in Chinese culture
Source: CNN
Watch a video about a group of American students on a cultural exchange in China. Immersing themselves in the culture, these students will spend a year in China learning Mandarin and living with locals.
Photographing on Top of the World
Source: The New York Times
Joe McNally takes photographs in hard-to-reach and risky places. Recently, he made it to the top of the world’s tallest building in Dubai to take a photo of the view. Read about it, and watch a video of how he did it, here.
The Science of Choking Under Pressure
Source: Smithsonian
Trying to hit a ball, make a speech, or do any job flawlessly under pressure can lead to choking. Overthinking an action can lead to making a fatal mistake. Read what scientists are finding out about the brain and this human failing.
The Amazon Basin
Source: Kids Discover
The Amazon River is teeming with amazing sights. Explore pictures of its strange and beautiful wildlife in this article.
The size of your brain’s visual center affects how you see the world
Source: National Geographic
A scientist from University College, London, has discovered that a purely physical aspect of the brain may be responsible for how people can look at the same thing and see two different things.