Shazam for birds: this new bird call identifier app works on 400 species, for free
The free Merlin Bird ID app, made by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, identifies bird songs of over 400 species in real time for free.
Technology and Innovation
Advancements in science and technology, such as AI, medical innovations, and the impact of technology on society and individual behaviors.
Our average screen time is now a whopping 4 – 6 hours per day (or 3 months per year)
Screen time alert: the average American now spends 3 months per year on their phone, or about 4-6 hours per day, or 6-8 hours for teens.
Google searches can predict coronavirus outbreaks weeks in advance, according to new research
Analyzing Google searches for certain keywords predicted regional COVID-19 outbreaks up to 2 weeks in advance, new research finds.
Is “power posing” really a thing? Maybe. Here’s what seems to work
New research shows that instead of trying to power pose, just focus on not slouching your shoulders or crossing your arms..
Machine vs human IQ test: people do better if they think they’re losing to a computer
AI vs human: instead of despairing, people who find themselves losing to a computer on an IQ test roll up their sleeves and try harder.
Blissful afternoon naps make kids happier, smarter, and better able to focus
The study linked afternoon naps to more happiness, more grit and self-control, higher verbal IQs, and better academic achievement.