A new study published in Cerebral Cortex found that brain metabolism is a significant predictor of fluid intelligence in young adults. The research used magnetic resonance spectroscopy to measure concentrations of the molecule N-acetyl aspartate in different regions of the brain, revealing a link between NAA levels and fluid intelligence.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalCerebral Cortex·DateMar 22, 2016
A new study suggests that individual differences in brain structure and function affect both anatomical and cognitive factors, such as intelligence and memory. The researchers identified four unique traits that explained most of the differences in brain anatomy, with the remaining differences accounting for individual differences in in...
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNeuroImage·DateFeb 25, 2016
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
A study by Plymouth University found that young women with high emotional intelligence are more likely to engage in manipulative behaviors, leading to higher levels of delinquency. The research suggests that this may be linked to evolutionary factors, where social survival takes precedence over social niceties.
SourceUniversity of Plymouth·JournalJournal of Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology·DateFeb 16, 2016
Researchers will use insights from neural circuitry and learning methods to create more human-like computer vision and machine learning algorithms. The CMU-led team aims to unlock the brain's secret algorithms in learning and inference with a massive database of neural activity.
Researchers from Human Computation Institute and Cornell University propose a new vision of human computation that combines human and computer intelligence to solve complex, interconnected problems. This approach enables the construction of flexible collaborative environments that can address challenging issues.
SourceHuman Computation Institute·JournalScience·DateDec 31, 2015
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.
A University of Southampton professor suggests that evolution's ability to learn from past experiences could explain the emergence of complex designs in nature. This idea challenges traditional views of evolution as a blind process, instead revealing its capacity for adaptation and problem-solving.
The Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence aims to explore the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence, examining technical, practical, and philosophical questions. Researchers from various disciplines will work together to understand the potential benefits and risks of machine intelligence, with a focus on en...
A new study published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin suggests that psychological distance plays a key role in determining attraction, particularly in matters of relative performance. Men preferred women who were smarter than them in hypothetical or distant situations, but became less attracted to them when they were phys...
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalPersonality and Social Psychology Bulletin·DateOct 30, 2015
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.
The Handbook of Computational Intelligence brings together experts to provide a systematic background for solving problems in various applications. It explores the intersection of nature-inspired approaches and computational methods, shedding light on hybrid systems and industrial applications.
The Hastings Center special report explores controversies in genetics of intelligence research, recommending ways to avoid classicism and racism. The report concludes that gene variants influencing intelligence involve complex interactions between genes and environment, making it difficult to identify specific genetic variants.
SourceThe Hastings Center·JournalHastings Center Report·DateSep 29, 2015
Researchers found that infants as young as 7 months old can understand the abstract relation of sameness and difference between two things. This ability is present from birth and does not require language skills. Infants exhibit similar patterns of learning as older children and adults, highlighting a fundamental human skill.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalChild Development·DateMay 26, 2015
The University of Bristol has developed intelligent handheld robots with increasing levels of autonomy, enabling cooperation between users and tools. Users tend to prefer fully autonomous tools, which show a significant impact on completion time and reduced perceived workload.
Researchers have developed brain-controlled devices that decode brain signals to determine user intentions and orchestrate movements. The use of shared control empowers users to perform complex tasks with high accuracy, mirroring natural motor control.
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.
A recent study suggests a link between genes linked with autism and higher intelligence in individuals who do not have the condition. Researchers found that carrying genetic traits associated with autism is, on average, linked to slightly better cognitive test scores, even in those without autism.
SourceUniversity of Edinburgh·JournalMolecular Psychiatry·DateMar 10, 2015
Research suggests that smartphone users who rely on gut feelings tend to use their device's search engine rather than their own brainpower. Highly analytical thinkers spend less time using smartphones, indicating a possible link between heavy smartphone use and lowered intelligence.
SourceUniversity of Waterloo·JournalComputers in Human Behavior·DateMar 5, 2015
A study by University of Chicago Booth School of Business researchers found that job candidates rated as more competent and intelligent when their voice was heard or read aloud, not just when they spoke. This is because their speech conveys fundamental thinking capacity, including reasoning and thoughtfulness.
SourceUniversity of Chicago Booth School of Business·JournalThe Journal Of Psychological Science·DateFeb 20, 2015
A new study in Journal of Consumer Research reveals that buying products to compensate for perceived shortcomings can lead to increased focus on failures. Researchers found that such 'compensatory consumption' impairs self-control and undermines mental resources.
SourceUniversity of Chicago Press Journals·JournalJournal of Consumer Research·DateJan 21, 2015
Researchers at Bielefeld University have created a system called SoProMon that uses acoustic signals to monitor industrial processes. This approach enables staff to take proactive measures before issues arise, reducing the need for visual monitoring.
SourceBielefeld University·JournalProceedings of the IEEE·DateJan 14, 2015
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.
A new study suggests that prehistoric conflict played a crucial role in the evolution of humans' ability to work together, overcoming costs associated with large brains. The research proposes that warfare and 'us vs. them' activities drove the emergence of high intelligence and cooperative behavior.
SourceNational Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS)·JournalInterface·DateNov 26, 2014
Georgia Tech researcher Mark Riedl develops Lovelace 2.0 Test to evaluate artificial intelligence's human-level creativity, moving beyond the limitations of the Turing Test. The new test requires agents to create artifacts that demonstrate a range of human-like intelligent capabilities.
Researchers found that people prefer leaders with a healthy complexion, regardless of intelligence level, except for situations requiring negotiation or exploration. A study of 148 participants revealed that health is the most important trait when selecting a leader, surpassing intelligence as an optional extra.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Human Neuroscience·DateNov 5, 2014
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory scientists discovered that rats and mice exhibit comparable cognitive abilities, particularly in adaptive decision-making tasks. The study's findings suggest that genetic tools for mice could accelerate research on complex behaviors and learning.
SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalFrontiers in Systems Neuroscience·DateOct 8, 2014
A meta-analysis of 10 randomized controlled trials found that dexamethasone may impact preterm infant intelligence in early stages after birth, but lead to hearing impairment at later stages. The study provides evidence for clinical application of dexamethasone in treating respiratory distress syndrome and chronic lung diseases.
SourceNeural Regeneration Research·JournalNeural Regeneration Research·DateSep 4, 2014
A new study from Michigan State University found that messages about intelligence can immediately impact brain activity, making people more willing to work hard. The research suggests that the human brain is receptive to the message that intelligence comes from environment, regardless of its accuracy.
SourceMichigan State University·JournalBiological Psychology·DateSep 3, 2014
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.
A study by King's College London found that children's drawings at age 4 are moderately associated with their intelligence at ages 4 and 14. The researchers also measured the heritability of figure drawing, finding a strong genetic link between drawing ability and cognitive development.
SourceKing's College London·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 18, 2014
Researchers studied Vietnam War veterans' brain injuries to understand how the brain works. They found that brain regions contributing to social functioning also support general intelligence and emotional intelligence.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalBrain·DateJul 29, 2014
New Caledonian crows demonstrate an understanding of water displacement similar to that of 5-7 year-old children, completing 4 out of 6 water displacement tasks. They were able to displace water to receive a reward and showed preferences for certain objects over others.
Researchers found a genetic variation in the NPTN gene associated with thinner grey matter in the left cerebral hemisphere and lower verbal and non-verbal intelligence. The study may help understand biological mechanisms behind psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia and autism.
SourceKing's College London·JournalMolecular Psychiatry·DateFeb 11, 2014
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.
A study by University of California, Riverside researchers found that older adults' experience and knowledge compensate for declining fluid intelligence. They performed better than younger participants in temporal discounting, financial literacy, and debt literacy.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalPsychology and Aging·DateSep 24, 2013
The Center for Brains, Minds and Machines (CBMM) will focus on understanding human intelligence from multiple perspectives. The center aims to develop a computational understanding of intelligence through research in vision, language, motor skills, neurobiology, electrical engineering, and more.
The Center for Brains, Minds and Machines aims to foster collaboration across disciplines to understand intelligence and develop intelligent machines. The center will focus on four main research themes: integrating intelligence, circuits for intelligence, developing intelligence in children, and social intelligence.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateSep 9, 2013
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.
A University of Michigan study found that high-ability whites are less likely to report prejudiced attitudes but still support policies that benefit the dominant group. Intelligent whites may genuinely believe in racial equality but fail to take action due to their privileged position.
A recent study by the American Sociological Association suggests that high-ability whites are more likely to conceal their prejudice than report it. Despite supporting policies in principle, they are less likely to support actual policies aimed at addressing racial discrimination.
Novice and experienced drivers show distinct differences in lane keeping performance, with experienced drivers better controlling vehicle position. The study suggests that driving experience affects cognitive skills such as perception, decision, and memory.
SourceScience China Press·JournalChinese Science Bulletin·DateAug 6, 2013
A new Cornell University study found US intelligence agents exhibit larger biases in decision making and are more confident than college students. The results suggest that experience can enhance performance but also lead to predictable pitfalls in risky decision-making.
SourceCornell University·JournalPsychological Science·DateJul 9, 2013
The Intelligent Clinician's Guide to the DSM-5 explores revisions to the Diagnostic and Statistics Manual, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses. The book provides a balanced assessment of psychiatric diagnosis and treatment, essential reading for mental health professionals navigating the post-DSM-5 era.
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.
Researchers found that speaking tonal languages improves how the brain hears music, with Cantonese speakers showing similar performance to musicians on auditory measures. The study suggests that language experience can have bi-directional benefits for learning music.
SourceBaycrest Centre for Geriatric Care·JournalPLOS ONE·DateApr 2, 2013
A new study of Vietnam veterans with combat-related brain injuries reveals significant overlap between general and emotional intelligence. The study found that specific brain regions, including the frontal cortex and parietal cortex, contribute to both general and emotional intelligence.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalSocial Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience·DateJan 22, 2013
A new model from Queen Mary University of London predicts human movements in invisible areas of large venues, enhancing security and evacuation efficiency. The research combines behavioural models with floor plans to track individuals in crowded spaces like airport terminals and shopping centers.
SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalNeurocomputing·DateJan 16, 2013
A new study tracked nearly 7,000 adults from age 11 to 45 and found that men and women with higher intelligence in childhood were less likely to develop chronic widespread pain. The study also showed that individuals with lower intelligence at age 11 had a higher risk of developing CWP.
Researchers at Penn State used scenario-based games to detect confirmation bias in intelligence analysts. The study found that teams trained in considering alternative hypotheses outperformed others in identifying perpetrators and targets. The game was designed to mimic real-life situations faced by U.S. intelligence analysts in Iraq.
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Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.
A recent hypothesis suggests that humans are losing intellectual and emotional capabilities due to the susceptibility of genes involved in brain function to mutations. The author estimates that within 3000 years, we have sustained two or more harmful mutations affecting our stability.
Researchers found that global brain connectivity, specifically with the left lateral prefrontal cortex, explains 10% of individual differences in intelligence. The study suggests that this connection enables flexible hub-like function, monitoring and influencing other brain regions to accomplish tasks intelligently.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·DateAug 1, 2012
A study published in Molecular Psychiatry found that maintaining healthy nerve connections as we age helps keep us sharp. The research suggests that intelligence is not located in a single part of the brain, but rather in its overall network of connections.
SourceUniversity of Edinburgh·JournalMolecular Psychiatry·DateMay 23, 2012
Researchers found that attachment to mom predicts ability to cope with loss, while smaller family size is linked to higher intelligence. Additionally, tracking happiness daily has no impact on overall happiness levels, but increased symptoms of depression may lead to decreased happiness.
SourceSociety for Personality and Social Psychology·JournalPersonality and Social Psychology Bulletin·DateMay 10, 2012
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.
Scientists have mapped the physical architecture of intelligence in the brain using a large pool of volunteer participants with brain injuries. The study identified specific brain regions and connections essential for general intelligence, planning, and executive function.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalBrain·DateApr 10, 2012
A new study from Karolinska Institutet suggests that measuring executive functions can predict a player's success in soccer. The researchers found a correlation between high scores in cognitive tests and better performance on the pitch, supporting the idea that game intelligence is not just innate but can be developed.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalPLOS ONE·DateApr 5, 2012
Research by Wally Carlo found that antenatal corticosteroids significantly reduce mortality and neurodevelopmental impairments in extremely preterm infants from 22 to 25 weeks gestation. The study showed a 33% decrease in mortality and a 20% decrease in neurodevelopmental impairments.
SourceUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham·JournalJAMA·DateDec 6, 2011
Recent research reveals that autistic individuals have superior cognitive abilities in perception and reasoning, challenging the long-held notion of autism as a deficiency. Autistic individuals like Michelle Dawson make significant contributions to scientific understanding through their unique perspectives and strengths.
SourceUniversity of Montreal·JournalNature·DateNov 2, 2011
GoPro HERO13 Black
GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.
A new study published in Perspectives in Psychological Science reveals that curiosity plays a significant role in academic success, with personality traits like curiosity being as important as intelligence. Conscientiousness is also found to be a key factor, suggesting that teaching methods can inspire curiosity and motivation.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPerspectives on Psychological Science·DateOct 27, 2011
Researchers found that working memory capacity significantly impacts performance in various tasks, regardless of deliberate practice. Basic capacities and abilities play an important role in skilled performance, challenging the idea that expertise is solely acquired through experience.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalCurrent Directions in Psychological Science·DateOct 21, 2011
A University of Oklahoma team has been awarded a $10.7 million contract to develop an educational video game that trains intelligence analysts to recognize and mitigate cognitive biases. The game, called MACBETH, aims to improve the accuracy of credibility assessments and reduce cognitive biases in future intelligence analysts.
A new study published in Psychological Science found that individuals with a growth mindset exhibit different brain activity when making mistakes, leading to better post-error adjustments. Those who believe intelligence is fixed show reduced brain activity and difficulty bouncing back from errors.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 30, 2011
A UC San Diego study found that mimicking someone's body language can incur a reputational cost in certain situations. In real-life interactions, people are often observing others' mirroring behavior, which can negatively impact their perception of the person doing the mirroring.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalPsychological Science·DateJul 28, 2011
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
A team of University of Texas at Austin engineers is working on novel algorithms to enhance the efficiency of mobile video streaming, reducing the demand on wireless networks. The goal is to deliver high-quality videos with fewer bits, while improving network capacity and reducing interference from base stations.
Researchers found that using a ski glove to hinder motor fluency can reverse right-handers' judgments of good and bad, making them associate left with the 'right side' of space. This study suggests that people's conceptions of good and bad depend on their bodily experiences.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalPsychological Science·DateMar 10, 2011
A new study suggests that grey matter volume in the cerebellum predicts cognitive ability, particularly in older adults. The study found a stronger relationship between brain volume in the cerebellum and general intelligence in men compared to women.
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.
The study proposes an 'anytime' intelligence test that can be applied to any subject, system, or level of intelligence, providing a universal evaluation framework for human and artificial intelligence. This breakthrough has significant implications for cognitive sciences and the development of future intelligent systems.
SourceSpanish Foundation for Science and Technology·JournalArtificial Intelligence·DateJan 27, 2011
Researchers found that group collective intelligence accounts for 40% of performance variation across diverse tasks. Teams with more women demonstrated greater social sensitivity and collective intelligence compared to teams with fewer women.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateSep 30, 2010
A new study explores how genetic and environmental factors influence educational outcomes in identical and fraternal twins across Minnesota and Sweden. Family background plays a significant role in determining education, especially in Minnesota, while Sweden prioritizes grades and test scores.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateSep 27, 2010