Hollywood’s Sigh of Relief
Globally, moviegoers' tastes are becoming increasingly homogeneous, which is a very good sign for Hollywood.
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Making the Case for Carpool Lanes
Research indicates that even underused carpool lanes have a smoothing effect on freeway traffic.
Understanding Pyrodiversity
Researchers from Oregon State argue that when it comes to carbon emissions, not all forest fires are created equal.
Romance Novel Titles Reveal Readers’ Desires
An analysis of titles of Harlequin romance novels provides evidence that evolutionary impulses help explain our choice of mate.
Mass Layoffs and the Lost Boys
New research suggests news of impending large-scale unemployment results in fewer males being born.
Health Care for the Wealthy or the Unhealthy?
Research shows that in Canada, health determines who sees a specialist, but in the U.S., income does.
Optimism Seems to Strengthen Immune System
A new study of stressed students finds a link between positive expectations and immunological health.
Maximum Disclosure, Minimum Delay
Climategate and some other high-profile, if ultimately rare, scientific embarrassments lead academics to study transparency.
The Brain That Gave Us ‘Purple Haze’
A psychologist argues the enormous creativity of guitarist Jimi Hendrix can be traced to the high level of integration between his brain’s two hemispheres.