Brain

Brain

Scientists Say: Stereoscopy

Stereoscopy allows the brain to perceive the two 2-D images seen by the eyes as a 3-D scene.

Psychology

Lying won’t stretch your nose, but it will steal some brainpower

The science of lying shows that most people don’t lie often. But when they do, it takes a surprising toll on their brains.

Humans

Is the sky really blue? It depends on what language you speak

English speakers talk about color a lot but rarely about smell. Researchers are learning how those who speak other languages sense the world and why differences arise.

Tech

Teen inventors say: There’s got to be a better way

Finalists in the 2022 Regeneron Science Talent Search are revamping prostheses, earthquake safety systems and air travel.

Psychology

Addiction can develop when reward-seeking changes a teen’s brain

Over time, the pleasure disappears and craving grows. That craving causes stress that can drive people to use drugs or pursue unhealthy behaviors again and again.

Brain

Americans tend to see imaginary faces as male, not female

When people see imaginary faces in everyday objects, those faces are more likely to be perceived as male than female.

Brain

Nodding off may turn your creativity on

In an experiment, people who fell into a shallow sleep were more likely than non-sleepers or deep sleepers to discover a sly math trick.

Humans

Want to improve your reading skills? You might just need more space

A simple change by publishers and Web designers could help kids — both with and without dyslexia — read faster and better.

Brain

Concussion patients should avoid screen time for first two days

Teens may find it hard to avoid screen time, but data from a new study suggest it can speed their recovery.

Brain

Ask the experts: How to create a top-notch science fair project

Five finalists in the Broadcom MASTERS middle-school competition reveal how they created nationally competitive projects.

Animals

Let’s learn about the creatures of Halloween

Check out the real-life vampires and zombies of the animal kingdom, and learn why people think ghosts and mummy curses are real.

Brain

It doesn’t take a concussion for head hits to harm young brains

Most head impacts while playing football do not cause concussions. Yet even lesser impacts take a toll in young athletes, scans of their brains show.