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Scientists explain how the brain encodes lottery values

Neuroscientists have uncovered a key brain area in rats that encodes the value of economic choices when faced with the uncertainty of a lottery. In this work, the causal role of frontal and parietal cortex was tested in economic decision-making. The findings provide a foundation for understanding the neurobiology of risky decisions. Read Full Article […]

Published on October 19, 2023

Genetic risk scores not useful in predicting disease

Imagine you’re trying to pick a winning horse at the racetrack. You analyze all the data – past performances, jockey stats, and track conditions – and calculate a risk score for each horse. But when the race starts, only 11% of the horses with high risk scores actually win, while 5% of low-risk horses end […]

Published on October 19, 2023

‘I’d rather not know’: Why we choose ignorance

When faced with the opportunity to gain knowledge about the potential consequences of their actions on others, a surprising 40% of individuals opt to remain in the dark. This deliberate choice of ignorance often arises from the desire to maintain a self-centered mindset without feeling burdened by responsibility. It’s like when you have a pile […]

Published on October 19, 2023