‘Do Not Litter’ Signs Can Be Counterproductive
When signs prohibiting certain behaviors are blatantly ignored, it inspires others to act in antisocial ways.
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Cultural Divide Persists as Musical Tastes Shift
New research from Britain finds music lovers are increasingly crossing genres, but they remain divided in their tastes.
Men in Black Spend More Time in Hockey’s Penalty Box
A look at 25 NHL seasons finds players wearing black jerseys receive more penalty minutes than those wearing white.
Negativity and the Niqab
New research finds we tend to perceive negative emotions in the partially covered face of a veiled woman.
A Light Bulb Moment in the Brain
The new science of optogenetics is amending neuroscience’s focus on cutting and chemicals to shine a light directly on the brain.
Reading Fiction Impacts Aggressive Behavior
Researchers report that reading literature depicting aggression can impact how those readers respond to provocation.
Don’t Mess With Breastfeeding Women
Newly published research suggests lactation increases aggression.
Visual Cues Impact Judgment of Piano Performances
When it comes to classical pianists like Yuja Wang, what you see influences what you hear.
‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Hurts Workplace Performance
Is your co-worker gay — or are you unsure? The answer could impact your job performance.
New Studies Help Boy Scouts ‘Be Prepared’
A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful — and the subject of much research after a hundred years in existence.