Emoji Use Signals Distinct Personality Traits in Men and Women
New study shows emoji use reveals personality: men with manipulative or unstable traits and women with narcissistic traits use emojis most.

AI Pastor in the Pulpit Undermines Donations and Credibility, Study Finds
March 20, 2024
A new study suggests that using AI pastors to replace human clergy could erode credibility and reduce donations for religious groups that rely on them, as seen in experiments conducted in Buddhist and Taoist temples in Japan and Singapore.

A new study finds that the later we meet someone in a sequence, the more negatively we describe them
March 11, 2024
New research finds that unconscious bias could disadvantage people who happen to be evaluated later in a sequence, whether it’s job applicants, contestants on a reality show, or Tinder dates.

New study finds that support for cancel culture is driven more by in-group signaling than by a genuine desire for change
February 24, 2024
The study suggests that engaging in cancel culture is tied to political identity and is more about in-group signaling than about genuine societal progress.

New study finds 63% of incels identify as left-leaning or centrist, challenging right-wing stereotype
February 22, 2024
Contrary to popular perceptions, a new study reveals that approximately 63% of Involuntary Celibates (Incels) self-reported a left-leaning or centrist political affiliation.

Rickrolling: From Internet Prank to Academic Curiosity
February 17, 2024
A recent study uncovers how the internet’s favorite prank has infiltrated the hallowed halls of academia.

Hot Weather Slows Down Your Thinking, New Study Shows
February 15, 2024
A new study reveals that rising temperatures can negatively affect your ability to perform mental tasks, such as solving math problems.

The Hidden Costs of Pricey Journals: How Academic Paywalls Hinder Scientific Progress
February 13, 2024
Academic journals can be expensive, with article processing fees, submission fees, and open access fees costing thousands of dollars, hindering scientific progress and collaboration.

New study shows that AI can lead to cost reductions of 99.97% for some routine legal tasks
February 8, 2024
A new study reveals AI models like GPT-1106 can efficiently handle routine legal tasks, often outperforming junior lawyers in accuracy and speed.