News tagged with personality
Related topics: psychological science , psychology , personality traits
One of Apple's first computers for sale at auction
Going ... going ... going crazy for the Apple 1.
Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets
Jun 01, 2012 |
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New research suggests apes have human-like personalities
(Phys.org) -- For as long as people have coexisted with other animals, they have debated amongst themselves whether some animals have some of the same personality traits as humans or if it’s just anthropomorphism ...
May 28, 2012 |
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The environment and pharmaceuticals and personal care products: What are the big questions?
Researchers at the University of York headed a major international review aimed at enhancing efforts to better understand the impacts of chemicals used in pharmaceuticals or in personal care products, such as cosmetics, soaps, ...
May 30, 2012 |
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A robot learns how to tidy up after you
(Phys.org) -- Sooner than you think, we may have robots to tidy up our homes.
May 22, 2012 |
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HP's missteps culminate in loss of 27,000 jobs (Update)
(AP) -- Hewlett-Packard CEO Meg Whitman has quantified the painful price that must be paid for the missteps of her predecessors as she tries to turn around the Silicon Valley pioneer. The bungling will wipe ...
May 23, 2012 |
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China's main microblog restricts user posts
China's best-known microblogging site has introduced new terms and conditions punishing those who post comments deemed offensive, as it comes under government pressure to clamp down on bloggers.
May 29, 2012 |
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Forget Segway: Honda introduces new UNI-CUB personal mobility device (w/ Video)
Honda Motor today unveiled the new UNI-CUB personal mobility device. Featuring a compact design and comfortable saddle, UNI-CUB offers the same freedom of movement in all directions that a person enjoys while ...
Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation
May 15, 2012 |
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Cyber crooks cranking out new weapons experts warn
Cyber criminals are cranking out new weapons at a brisk pace, tailoring malicious software for a spectrum of gadgets including smartphones, tablets, and Macintosh computers, a security firm said.
May 23, 2012 |
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Economic power of self-employment felt countywide
People in rural counties who work for themselves may add a boost to local economies, improving income and job growth, according to economists.
Other Sciences / Economics & Business
May 23, 2012 |
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Study finds low agreeableness linked to a preference for aggressive dogs
A study carried out at the University of Leicester's School of Psychology has found that younger people who are disagreeable are more likely to prefer aggressive dogs, confirming the conventional wisdom that dogs match the ...
May 22, 2012 |
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Lifebrowser: Data mining gets (really) personal at Microsoft
(PhysOrg.com) -- Microsoft Research is doing research on software that could bring you your own personal data mining center with a touch of Proust for returns. In a recent video, Microsoft scientist Eric Horvitz ...
Mar 17, 2012 |
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Honey bees study finds that insects have personality too
A new study in Science suggests that thrill-seeking is not limited to humans and other vertebrates. Some honey bees, too, are more likely than others to seek adventure. The brains of these novelty-seeking bees e ...
Mar 08, 2012 |
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App scans faces of bar-goers to guess age, gender
(AP) -- A watchful eye has arrived on San Francisco's bar scene, but not to keep you in check. It just wants to check you out.
May 19, 2012 |
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UK surveillance could yield window into lives
(AP) -- British officials have given their word: "We won't read your emails."
May 18, 2012 |
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Reports: HP poised to eliminate up to 30,000 jobs
(AP) -- Published reports say Hewlett-Packard is poised to eliminate up to 30,000 jobs to help offset dwindling demand for personal computers as more people connect to the Internet on smartphones and tablets.
May 17, 2012 |
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