How we inherit masculine and feminine behaviours: a new idea about environment and genes
The now infamous Google memo, written by engineer James Damore, has inflamed longstanding debates about the differences between women and men.
The now infamous Google memo, written by engineer James Damore, has inflamed longstanding debates about the differences between women and men.
Social Sciences
Aug 18, 2017
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In female songbirds, brain areas responsible for song learning are usually smaller and have fewer neurons compared to males. However, in many species such as the blue-capped cordon bleu, females possess an elaborate song. ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 4, 2015
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One of the most beautiful aspects of nature is the endless variety of shapes, colors and behaviors exhibited by organisms. These traits help organisms survive and find mates, like how a male peacock's colorful tail attracts ...
Plants & Animals
Jun 17, 2024
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Longevity genes that helped humans survive ancient airborne toxins may be the same genes that make humans resilient to pollution from fossil fuels and cigarette smoke today, according to a study published in the December ...
Molecular & Computational biology
Nov 25, 2019
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With faces covered to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, some of the facial cues that people rely on to connect with others—such as a smile that shows support—are also obscured.
Social Sciences
Jun 30, 2020
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A new Northwestern University study suggests sex hormones differentiate hearing in male versus female brains.
Plants & Animals
Nov 26, 2021
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A 'Fish DJ' at The University of Queensland has used her knowledge of cool beats to understand brain networks and hearing in baby fish.
Plants & Animals
Mar 2, 2021
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Most people think that empathy—the ability to put yourself in another person's shoes—is fixed, but it's not. Empathy can be taught. Research has shown that reading can help children develop empathy. Through reading, children ...
Social Sciences
Apr 19, 2023
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