Psychology
How Targeted Advertising on Social Media Drives People to Extremes
People seeking to radicalize others are using ads to push conspiracy theories and extremist views
The Conversation
Climate Change
Don’t Look Up Illustrates 5 Myths That Fuel Rejection of Science
The farcical allegory of climate change shows the pitfalls of relying solely on technology and misunderstanding scientific certainty
Cognition
What Will 2022 Bring in the Way of Misinformation on Social Media? 3 Experts Weigh In
The one-year anniversary of the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol is raising concerns about falsehoods that increase the risk of repeat events
Behavior
Why Do Couples Use Baby Talk with One Another?
This style of speech helps infants learn, but romantic adults use it as a way to show affection
Public Health
Rapid COVID Tests Could Help Curb Infections--Especially During the Holidays
An expert answers questions about when and how to use the tests
Weather
What a Warming World Means for Deadly Tornadoes
The role of climate change in such storms is difficult to discern but new research is offering clues
Weather
Why the Southern U.S. Is Prone to December Tornadoes
The ingredients that come together to produce such storms make nighttime tornadoes more common in the region
Natural Disasters
Deadly Indonesia Eruption Was Triggered by Heavy Rains
External influences on volcanoes can make predicting unrest more difficult
Vaccines
How Scientists Can Update COVID Vaccines against Omicron
A microbiologist explains how Pfizer and Moderna would rapidly adjust mRNA vaccines
Behavior
The Psychological Differences between Those Who Love and Loathe Black Friday Shopping
Some people are more “task-oriented,” while others focus more on making social connections
