Some scientists have theorized that it is possible to have two minds by disconnecting the two cortices within the human brain. In 1981, research conducted by Sperry, a Nobel prize winner, discovered that indeed, a split brain is capable of producing two minds. However, more recent research has suggested that this theory may not be […]
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Meditation Training Reduces Long-Term Stress, Hair Analysis Shows
Current pandemic has renewed interest in yoga and practice of meditation. They have been shown to reduce the anxiety and help people deal with stress in more effective ways. Now, there’s a new study that adds scientific proof to these claims. Research team has taken samples of hair from people practicing meditation and, after a […]
Can 10 Minutes of Meditation Make You More Creative?
Many people are turning to the practice of meditation to improve their mental ability when it comes to creative tasks. One type of meditation is mindfulness meditation. This practice is used by top US companies to improve their employees mental states. An expert on mindfulness if Danny Penman who theorizes that meditation can boost creative […]
Synopsis: Far Fewer Qubits Required for “Quantum Memory” Quantum Computers
Scientists of the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission have discovered that quantum computing may require less memory than previously thought. This in turn makes quantum computers easier to make a reality for everyday people. The researchers breakthrough in quantum memory comes from the arrangement of qubits which comprise the physical memory. They focused […]
The Rise of RNA Therapeutics – Issue 107: The Edge
In the field of human gene science RNA is an emerging area of interest. Scientists have recently discovered the breadth of different types of RNA, which are made by DNA, the building blocks of our genome. Discoveries in RNA research have branched into the medical field where researchers believe they can be used for gene […]
A New Way to Expose a Liar and Cut Through the Cover-Up
When it comes to a person who lies, most people will continue to lie even harder to do anything they can to cover up their previous lies so that they are not exposed. When it comes to lying, people will act to maximize their own benefit, especially when they are in public. Once one lie […]
One Reason Why We May Have Intrusive Memories
When people have a traumatic experience they will often develop are certain reaction to the event called a peritraumatic reaction. Common reactions are dissociation and distress. Stemming from these reactions are intrusive memories, but it is often uncertain why these memories will form and when they will come back into consciousness. It is largely agreed […]
How Meditation Can Help You Make Fewer Mistakes
A study from Michigan State University has shown that meditation that focuses on mental awareness can help improve the brain’s ability to recognize errors. More than 200 participants went through a meditation session while researchers monitored their brain activity. The type of meditation promoted is known as “open monitoring meditation” which focuses on your mental […]
Unraveling Darwin’s Legacy: How Evolution Shapes Our World
Darwin’s Legacy Overview of Charles Darwin’s Contributions Charles Darwin, born on February 12, 1809, in Shrewsbury, England, is one of the most influential figures in the history of science. His groundbreaking work laid the foundation for our understanding of biological evolution. Darwin’s early fascination with the natural world led him to pursue a career in […]
Combining Physics and Deep Learning
When it comes to combining physics and deep learning, you may be surprised at the outcome. PhysiNet helps combine learning with physics models, such as digital twins, which are replicas but virtually of an object. One of the major issues faced with digital twins is their ability to combine empirical data with the physics aspect. […]
