Month: December 2016

Running—It Does the Brain Good

This research shows that physical activity and exercise can have a beneficial impact on the brain.  Read more below. Source: Running—It Does the Brain Good

First steps to Quantify Human Intelligence

This study just shows that AI (Artificial Intelligence) is still at a nascent stage.  We need to quantify and understand “intelligence” before we can try to replicate it through various means.  Read more on how this study aims to quantify intelligence. Source: MRI Used to Quantify Human Intelligence

DNA’s Double Helix Mystery Solved

This breakthrough not only provides a better understanding on how organisms replicate and survive, but also might one day help in tackling viruses and cancer.  Read more. Source: DNA’s Double Helix Mystery Solved

Einstein’s Theory Challenged

One of the most famous theories of Albert Einstein was that light travels at a constant speed (300k kms/per second).  This research (link below) might prove that the speed of light is variable.  Read below.   Source: Einstein’s Physics Could Soon Be Challenged

New Equation Explains Evolution

Researchers formulate a quantitative model to shed light on why some species have extraordinary ornaments. Source: New Equation Explains Evolution