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Believing machines can out-do people may fuel acceptance of self-driving cars

In order for self-driving cars to hit the streets, more people may need to concede that machines can outperform humans, at least in some tasks, according to researchers. 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 May 10, 2019

Wi-Fi location affects online privacy behavior

Does sitting in a coffee shop versus at home influence a person’s willingness to disclose private information online? Does the on-screen appearance of a public location’s online ‘terms and conditions’ have an effect? According to researchers, the answer to both questions is ‘yes,’ especially if the user has a tendency to instinctively distrust public wireless […]

Published on May 10, 2019

Cognitive enhancers to boost abilities at work considered acceptable by the public

The general public largely views the use of cognitive enhancers such as Adderall as an acceptable practice when used by adults in the workplace, suggests a new study. 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 May 10, 2019