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Feb 03 2025SCIENCE

Why We Enjoy Exploring Dark Themes in Art

Do you ever wonder why we are drawn to dark themes in art? Why is it easier to stare at a painting of a sad moment in history then to look at a photograph of the same moment. Art has a special way of making us want to explore difficult topics. It's funny how often art and pessimism go tog

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Feb 03 2025SCIENCE

Tinnitus: Why Different Brain Tests Don't Always Agree

Tinnitus is a condition where people hear sounds without any external noise. In the search for solutions, scientists have been using brain tests to see how sound is processed. Two brain tests were put under the microscope. Studies on brain tests known as cortical auditory evoked potentials (CAEPs)

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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

Uncovering the Roots of Negative Feelings in Adults

Ever wondered why some people seem to be stuck in a cycle of negative emotions? They feel more distressed and have a harsher view of themselves. What pulls them into this trap? Researchers have discovered that tree-based models can help identify what's going on. These models are l

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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking the Brain's Timing Trick

The brain's knack for quickly learning and distinguishing rapid sequences of events is a game-changer in many activities, like sports or music. Imagine trying to hit a fastball or strum a guitar without this skill. However, how the brain pulls this off is still a big question mark for scientists.

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Feb 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Are You Who You Think You Are Online?

In today's world, we're always connected to devices. Phones, tablets, computers—they're everywhere. This digital living has a big impact on our minds. But we must question how does it affect us. Scientists are digging into this stuff. It's been said that young people spend much of their time on

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Challenges and Enhancers for Targeted Treatment in Back Disease Management

Knowledge and the use of a disease activity score in axial spondyloarthritis obviously is important. Physicians around the world almost always rely on this when making treatment choices for patients. However, this critical measure, isn't always followed as strictly as it should be. The

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Jan 30 2025HEALTH

Life With an Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator: How Past Experiences Shape Perceptions

Patients who have an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) have unique challenges. These ICDs are life-saving devices, but they come with their own set of worries. For instance, people who have gone through tough experiences as kids, known as adverse childhood experiences (ACE), might see the

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Jan 30 2025SCIENCE

Why Do Some Scientists Stand Out More Than Others?

Ever thought about why certain scientists seem to be everywhere, while others are hardly noticed? Let's explore how people in Germany and South Africa view these prominent scientists. According to a book by Rae Goodell, these high-profile scientists often stir up controversy, communicate well, and h

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Jan 27 2025SCIENCE

Face Ages and Crowds: How Age Impacts Our Perception of Faces

Ever wondered how our brains quickly pick out the average face from a crowd? It turns out, age plays a big role in this trick our minds can do. Scientists discovered that when we see a group of faces, we can easily figure out the average face. But do different ages change how well we do this? Resea

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

Understanding Parents' Views on Genomic Sequencing in Diverse Kids

Genomic sequencing is a powerful tool that can help figure out why some kids have certain health issues. But what do parents think about this process, especially when their kids are from groups that don't always get the best medical care? That’s what a group of five studies set out to discover. They

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