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Talking & Driving

December 29, 2008

Talking on a hands-free phone significantly distracts drivers.

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Reward Psychology Roundup

December 26, 2008

Casanovas are more reckless with money, and dogs envy other dogs.

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Genes & Placebos

December 25, 2008

A genetic variant is associated with a stronger placebo effect in some patients.

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Cleanliness & Morality

December 24, 2008

Judging something as moral or immoral may come down to whether or not we've washed our hands.

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Spreading Happiness

December 23, 2008

Happiness spreads through networks of people like a contagion.

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Brainy Impersonation

December 22, 2008

Professional impressionists use different parts of their brains than amateurs when impersonating …

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Deja Vu Roundup

December 19, 2008

Scientists try to get at the cause of Déjà vu – again.

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Mountain High

December 18, 2008

Have you ever been to a high altitude and found yourself gasping for breath? One listener asked why …

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Clicking Antelopes

December 17, 2008

Male eland antelopes click their knees to warn other males of their fighting ability.

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Graffiti Matters

December 16, 2008

Graffiti has unintended side-effects.

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Asthma’s Season

December 15, 2008

Your chances of developing asthma may be influenced by your date of birth.

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Stem Cell Roundup

December 12, 2008

Getting on the treadmill could help keep you smart.

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