Thinking Clearly and Analytically

Researchers are learning that handwriting engages the brain in ways typing can't match, raising questions about the costs of screens, especially for kids.

During breaks, it turns out, the brain works overtime. New research illuminates what kinds of breaks benefit learners the most.

In truth, AI may not need human curiosity at all. But there are compelling reasons why human curiosity is needed more than ever in the age of AI, and they stem from the fundamental differences between human and AI curiosity.

Excellent post on how attention works!

Analysis of Beethoven’s DNA has revealed that he had a low genetic predisposition for beat synchronization, an ability that’s closely related to musicality. This is according to researchers who set out to show how making genetic predictions for individuals, including famous historical figures, can…

The worriers of academia envision a dystopia where students outsource thinking and creativity; where intellectual property theft and plagiarism unchecked and undetectable will lead to a generation of writers with no syntax mojo or ability to communicate without generative assistance.

Is the problem external distractions, or are our own brains holding us back from that coveted “flow state” where big ideas happen?

New research spotlights long COVID’s serious cognitive health repercussions, including a 6-point drop in IQ.

Researchers identified how neurons in the human brain encode various elements of speech. The findings might be used to help develop treatments for speech and language disorders.

Playing an instrument is especially good for brain health and should be encouraged, researchers say.

Research shows that even brief mental blocks created by shifting between tasks can cost as much as 40% of someone’s productive time, the equivalent of dropping 10 IQ points from our cognitive performance—about as debilitating as smoking weed.

Endless focus is not a realistic goal for tech use. Psychologist Gloria Mark provides advice to help young people focus in the digital era.

When it comes to optimizing learning, we don’t value breaks enough, neuroscientists suggest in a new study.

Why you should read everyday
Because it actively engages your brain, reading is one of the healthiest hobbies for your mind. Not only is reading educational and informative, which is beneficial in itself, but it also rewires the connections in your brain, leading to many benefits.

In a study of brain wave activity, researchers found back-to-back virtual meetings are stressful. But the research also points to a simple remedy—short breaks.

A robot called Emo that senses when a human is about to smile and simultaneously responds with one of its own could represent a big step towards developing robots with enhanced communication skills more conducive to building human trust, a new study suggests.

Simple habits practiced regularly can help you boost your memory—and maybe help you stop losing your car keys.

Simple habits practiced regularly can help you boost your memory—and maybe help you stop losing your car keys.

Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are building tech to read our minds. Lawyers are thinking about how to protect our mental privacy from Silicon Valley.