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Run screaming or slow retreat? New study advances understanding of brain responses to emotionally-charged scenes

The ability to recognize and respond to emotionally-charged situations is essential to a species’ evolutionary success. A new study advances our understanding of how the brain responds to emotionally charged objects and scenes. 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 […]

Published on July 9, 2024

Trust, more than knowledge, critical for acceptance of fully autonomous vehicles

While not yet on the market, fully autonomous vehicles are promoted as a way to make road travel dramatically safer, but a recent study found that knowing more about them did not improve people’s perception of their risk. They needed to have more trust in them too. This study adds to the evidence from other […]

Published on July 9, 2024

Return-to-work programs may have a hidden cost to women, according to study

Despite offering a path back to careers, returner programmes leave women vulnerable to wage gaps and limited advancement, according to new research from the University of Surrey. 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 […]

Published on July 9, 2024