Month: September 2024

How social structure influences the way people share money

A study of informal finance finds that in East Africa, money moves in very different patterns depending on whether societies are structured around family units or age-based groups. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads […]

Published on September 28, 2024

Unexpected role of hippocampus in skilled movement control

The hippocampus has a surprising new role — linked to the control of skilled actions such as handwriting, typing, and playing music. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science […]

Published on September 28, 2024

Extreme heat impacts daily routines and travel patterns

A new study reveals that extreme heat significantly affects daily activities, leading people to reduce outdoor time and alter transportation choices. Vulnerable groups, such as low-income individuals without cars, face greater risks, as they are less able to avoid dangerous conditions. The study calls for targeted policy interventions, including shaded public spaces, heat day declarations […]

Published on September 28, 2024