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Nudging does not necessarily improve decisions

Nudging, the concept of influencing people’s behavior without imposing rules, bans or coercion, is an idea that government officials and marketing specialists alike are keen to harness, and it is often viewed as a one-size-fits-all solution. Now, a new study puts things into perspective: Whether a nudge really does improve decisions depends on a person’s […]

Published on January 16, 2019

Fighting the crave for fattening food? Just surround yourself in its scent

A new study proves one sense can compensate another. 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 charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for the Success of Society. With a keen interest in exploring the untapped […]

Published on January 16, 2019

A new way by which the human brain marks time

With a little help from HBO’s ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ neurobiologists have uncovered a key component of how the human brain marks time. 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 charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science […]

Published on January 15, 2019