Should You Really Call the Cops?
People who report crimes to the police are less likely to be victims of future crimes, but the…
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For Mozart, Misery Inspired Masterpieces
Beethoven and Liszt were also more creative following periods of anguish and grief. By Tom Jacobs Mozart. (Photo:…
Two Decades of Research Suggests Sending Kids to Adult Courts Doesn’t Prevent Crime
Maybe juvie is a good option. By Francie Diep (Photo: Joe Gratz/Flickr) After two decades of trying tens…
Can Apes Speak?
A new demonstration hints that an orangutan might possess one of the building blocks of rudimentary spoken language.…
The Shifting Nature of Gender Norms
A new study suggests expectations are changing faster for women than for men. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: QueenofTarts/Flickr)…
One Reason for Optimism for (White) Female Scientists
One study of a crucial government grant for biomedical research offers many practical lessons. By Francie Diep (Photo:…
Scientists Confirm: For Cyclists, Train Tracks Are the Worst
A study in streetcar-laden Toronto argues the solution is improved urban cycling infrastructure. By Nathan Collins (Photo: Michael…
The Next Antibiotic May Be Right Under Our Nose
New research finds the bacteria that make up the human microbiome might be an untapped resource of potential…
Masculine Traits Look Good on Female Candidates
They make a woman running for office appear more confident, but also take a toll on likability. By…
How to Use Facebook to Increase Voter Turnout
Reluctant voters respond to social pressure. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: Stephen Lam/Getty Images) Reasonable responses to the current…