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The foraging, reproductive, and social behavior of humans, nonhumanmammals and birds is similar within similar environments. Behavior is a way for organisms to respond flexibly to the environmental conditionsthey encounter. Our own species occurs in a variety of habits, sharing … Continue reading →

A conceptual model was tested in which the effects of mentoring relationships on adolescents’ academic outcomes were hypothesized to be mediated partially through improvements in parental relationships. The parameters of the model were compared with those of an alternative, in … Continue reading →

The simple insight that most changes are random had a profound effect on genetics, evolution and ecology. If you had braved the jungles of China’s Fujian province in the early 20th century, various accounts say you could have witnessed a … Continue reading →

Pursuing hedonistic goals, such as taking time to yourself for relaxation or activities you enjoy, are essential, yet often neglected, for personal wellbeing. Relaxing on the sofa or savoring a delicious meal: Enjoying short-term pleasurable activities that don’t lead to … Continue reading →

Neuroscientists find that isolation provokes brain activity similar to that seen during hunger cravings. Neuroscientists have found that the longings for social interaction felt during isolation are neurologically very similar to the food cravings people experience when hungry.. Since the … Continue reading →

Researchers report alterations in specific genes are associated with time in social isolation. Have you recently wondered how social-distancing and self-isolation may be affecting your brain? An international research team led by Erin Schuman from the Max Planck Institute for … Continue reading →

The ability to use language makes us human. For decades, researchers have been racking their minds to understand the relation between language and the human brain. Nevertheless, most previous neuroscientific research has investigated this issue from a ‘single-brain’ perspective, thus … Continue reading →

As many countries begin to lift some of the restrictions to contain COVID-19 spread, lack of evidence of transmission in the school setting remains. We examined Irish notifications of SARS-CoV2 in the school setting before school closures on 12 March … Continue reading →

Researchers highlight the anti-inflammatory response taking place after birth and designed to shield the newborn from infection. Early protection is ensured by the innate immunity through the rapid development of the complement pathway during the first week after birth. Within … Continue reading →