
A High-Speed Scientific Hive Mind Emerged from the COVID Pandemic
The pandemic pushed researchers into new forms of rapid communication and collaboration

A High-Speed Scientific Hive Mind Emerged from the COVID Pandemic
The pandemic pushed researchers into new forms of rapid communication and collaboration

How a Virus Exposed the Myth of Rugged Individualism
Humans evolved to be interdependent, not self-sufficient


Pamplona Bull Runs Reveal Dynamics of Crowds in Danger
Thousands running alongside bulls in Spain speed up as density increases

Schoolkids Are Falling Victim to Disinformation and Conspiracy Fantasies
Although children are prime targets, educators cannot figure out how best to teach them to separate fact from fiction

Mind from Matter

Why Do Couples Use Baby Talk with One Another?
This style of speech helps infants learn, but romantic adults use it as a way to show affection

Embracing the Mess
Individuals often overestimate how harshly others judge a messy, chaotic life

This Protein Could Boost Brain Function without Exercise
An exercise pill might one day produce health gains without the exertional pain

The Psychological Differences between Those Who Love and Loathe Black Friday Shopping
Some people are more “task-oriented,” while others focus more on making social connections

Personality Type, as well as Politics, Predicts Who Shares Fake News
Highly impulsive people who lean conservative are more likely to share false news stories. They have a desire to create chaos and won’t be deterred by fact-checkers

Other People Don’t Think You’re a Mess
Individuals often overestimate how harshly others judge them. But self-compassion can help build a more balanced, healthy perspective

A Wandering Mind