Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Choice overload and its consequences for animal decision-making

Animals routinely make decisions with important consequences for their survival and reproduction, but they frequently make suboptimal decisions. Here, we explore choice overload as one reason why animals may make suboptimal decisions, arguing that choice overload may have important ecological and evolutionary consequences, and propose future directions. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on February 4, 2025

Microplastics in Brain Have Risen 50 Percent

A new study warns that microplastics can cross the blood-brain barrier and levels of concentration are rising. The paper published Monday in Nature Medicine found that the amount of microplastics in human brains rose by approximately 50% from 2016 to 2024, according to The… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on February 4, 2025

Senate Panel Advances RFK Jr. HHS Nomination

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial environmental lawyer turned public health critic, cleared his first hurdle on Tuesday to become the nation’s top health official when the Senate finance committee voted to advance his nomination for a floor vote. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of […]

Published on February 4, 2025