For Men, High Testosterone Means Low Interest in Classical Music
Our hormones appear to influence our musical preferences.
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The Upside of Testosterone
Yes, it can be a catalyst for aggressive behavior. It can also inspire generosity. By Tom Jacobs (Photo:…
Speed Bumps: Why It’s So Hard to Catch Blood Dopers in Track and Field
A cache of leaked blood tests showed hundreds of track athletes have recorded results “suggestive of doping.” With the 2015 world track championships about to start, a look at why anti-doping tests are so ineffective.
The Stock Market on Hormones
New research suggests too much cortisol and testosterone are bad for the economy.
Are Artists Created in the (Testosterone-Rich) Womb?
New research suggests artists may begin their journey toward creative achievement before they are born.
Are Great Actors Created in the Womb?
New research from Poland finds a connection between acting renown and prenatal exposure to testosterone.
Why Are Synthetic Hormones Off-Limits in Sports?
Our bodies naturally create hundreds of hormones that are key to determining our athletic abilities. But the introduction of unnatural hormones raises important questions about how we define sex and gender.
You’re a Cheat: Your (Wide) Face Gave You Away
New research confirms men with relatively wide faces are more likely to cheat. Excess testosterone is a likely culprit.
Testing People Who Get Spittin’ Mad
Researchers find that disappointed voters on Election Night 2008 experienced a dip in testosterone levels. How do they know? They measured the voters' spit, of course.