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Free rides could lead to better health outcomes for seniors

Older adults are enthusiastic adopters of ridesharing technology. Access to on-demand ride sharing improves their access to health care and improves their overall quality of life. However, the cost remains a challenge. 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 […]

Published on August 20, 2019

Skeletal shapes key to rapid recognition of objects

In the blink of an eye, the human visual system can process an object, determining whether it’s a cup or a sock within milliseconds, and with seemingly little effort. It’s well-established that an object’s shape is a critical visual cue to help the eyes and brain perform this trick. A new study, however, finds that […]

Published on August 20, 2019

Comparing your house to your neighbors’ can lead to dissatisfaction

Satisfaction with your home can depend on its size compared to your neighbors’ homes, according to new research. Researchers found that people are more likely to be dissatisfied with their house if it is smaller than their neighbors’. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the […]

Published on August 19, 2019