I say dog, you say chicken? New study explores why we so often disagree
by New research from UC Berkeley says mismatched conceptual definitions of basic things – even animals – explain why people so often talk past each other. …
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A dose of psychedelics can lead to changes in beliefs about the supernatural or non-physical world
A recently published study in the Journal of Psychopharmacology found that for those who had used psychedelics in the past, even one dose can result …
Neuroplasticity, learning and more “neuromatch” for everyone
TThe brain is a malleable organ that can change and adapt throughout our lives. This ability is called neuroplasticity and it allows us to learn …
Scientists discover signs of a ‘modern’ glacier on Mars
Remains of a modern glacier have been found near Mars’ equator, suggesting that ice may still exist in the area at shallow depths. If confirmed, …
DoD seeks seamless military-commercial satellite communications
WASHINGTON — Among the many new products unveiled at this week’s Satellite 2023 conference were mobile communications terminals capable of communicating with military and commercial …
NASA Selects Axiom Space for Third Private Astronaut Mission to ISS
WASHINGTON – NASA has approved plans by Axiom Space to fly a third private astronaut mission to the International Space Station as early as November, …
Maple leaf to the moon: Canadian Space Agency debuts new logo
When the first Canadian astronaut to blast off on NASA’s next Artemis mission to the moon, he or she will do so with a new …
Solving the space debris problem may require lasers and space tugs, NASA says
A new NASA report finds that the space debris problem could be greatly reduced in just 10 years with a little help from lasers or …
First evidence of recent volcanic activity on Venus discovered in landmark study
A computer-generated image of Venus’ surface shows Maat Mons, a 5-mile-tall volcano near the planet’s equator that erupted in 1991, according to a new study. …
Could Brain-Computer Interfaces Lead to Mind Control for Good?
Of all the advanced technologies being developed, one of the most fascinating and frightening is the brain-computer interface. They’re fascinating because we still have so …