Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Lengthened consonants mark the beginning of words

Speech consists of a continuous stream of acoustic signals, yet humans can segment words from each other with astonishing precision and speed. To find out how this is possible, a team of linguists has analysed durations of consonants at different positions in words and utterances across a diverse sample of languages. They have found that […]

Published on September 24, 2024

Hall of Fame QB Favre Says He Has Parkinson’s Disease

Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre revealed Tuesday at a hearing on federal welfare reform that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Favre, 54, spoke before the House Ways and Means Committee in Washington. The one-time Super Bowl champion and … Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on September 24, 2024

Psilocybin Reduces Eating Disorder Symptoms

Psilocybin could help people suffering from a mental health problem that can lead to eating disorders, a new study suggests.Psilocybin, the active chemical in “magic” mushrooms, significantly reduced symptoms in people with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), researchers… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute […]

Published on September 24, 2024