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Cognitive offloading weakens the neural representation of to-be-remembered information
Abstract People tend to forget information once they offload it to an external reminder such as a written note or computer file. However, the neural basis for this so-called “Google effect” or “digital amnesia” is unknown. We used fMRI to ask: (A) to what extent does brain activity overlap between cognitive offloading and deliberate forgetting, and (B) what is the neural fate of offloaded information?
Solving fluid transfer challenges in modern paint and coatings manufacturing
Solving fluid transfer challenges in modern paint and coatings manufacturing How AODD pumps provide material compatibility, fluid-handling flexibility and reliable operation needed to protect formulations and maintain throughput. Key Highlights Paints and coatings serve protective, functional, and aesthetic purposes, with formulations comprising binders, pigments, carriers, and additives that require precise handling during manufacturing.
Artificial Intelligence
AI and Technical Standardization in China and the EU: Diverging priorities and the need for common ground Accroche Given the highly disruptive potential of AI, global cooperation on AI safety and governance is imperative, and yet the deeply transformational potential of AI also ensures that a high level of competition and systemic rivalry is likely unavoidable.
Commentary: Could working from a virtual workplace be the sweet spot between home and office?
Commentary As hybrid work becomes a norm, virtual reality and the metaverse could allow companies solutions to the communication and fatigue problems associated with remote working and recreate the physical experiences, says this researcher. 12 May 2022 06:07AM (Updated: 12 May 2022 06:07AM) CAMBRIDGE, England: In the context of work, the digital divide has become less about access to devices and connectivity, and more about skills and mindset.
Nike Aims to Add Counterfeiting, False Advertising Claims to StockX Suit
Nike has asked a New York federal court to allow it to amend the complaint that it filed against StockX early this year over the resale marketplace’s allegedly infringing “Vault” NFTs, asserting that since it lodged that complaint, “additional facts transpired or were discovered that are highly relevant to [its] claims against StockX.” In addition to entering into the non-fungible token (“NFT”) market since the filing of its suit by way of a venture with its RTFKT brand, the Beaverton,...
Subjective well-being during the 2020-21 global coronavirus pandemic: Evidence from high frequency time series data
Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Roberto Stefan Foa, Mark Fabian , Sam Gilbert Roberto Stefan Foa, Mark Fabian, Sam Gilbert Published: February 16, 2022 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0263570 Figures Abstract We investigate how subjective well-being varied over the course of the global COVID-19 pandemic, with a special attention to periods of lockdown.
Lockdown had a counterintuitive effect on mood, new evidence shows
Lockdowns are seemingly vital for controlling Covid-19. Early evidence suggests they have a big effect on preventing deaths. But if we’re to keep using them, we also need to know their broader impacts. Many people are worried about lockdowns also having a negative effect on mental health. Indeed, most assessments have found that they do. But these studies usually can’t distinguish between the effects of the pandemic and of lockdowns specifically.
Wellbeing levels fell during the pandemic but improved under lockdown
(Photo: Unsplash/Imani Clovis) Indeed, most assessments have found that they do. But these studies usually can't distinguish between the effects of the pandemic and of lockdowns specifically. This is because they often only compare people's mental states from before the pandemic and after lockdowns were introduced. A decline in wellbeing might be a response to the overall pandemic.
The BRITS defining moments: Director's Cut app results
Public Data Explore YouGov's freely accessible data Discover our public data, featuring a diverse range of survey results, articles, trackers and popularity rankings. From the latest political surveys to in-depth analysis, find out what the world thinks. All Topics For Business Helping the world's most recognised brands, media owners and agencies Get intelligence from our ever-growing source of consumer data on 24 million+ registered panel members in 55+ markets. We call it living data.
The World's Top Insurtech Companies by Website Traffic
Here's the ranking of the world's highest-traffic insurtech companies, updated for March. This time I've extended the list from 20 to 25, and there are four new entries - comparison site Everquote, health insurance platform Health Sherpa, SME-focused Insureon (all from the US), and UK on-demand car insurance startup Cuvva. Thanks to CBInsights for the heads-up on the first two.
The World's Top Insurtech Companies by Website Traffic
Insurtech is heating up. September brought the most eagerly-awaited product launch in insurtech history as Lemonade opened its doors. Last week, Gartner predicted that 80% of general insurers would either have acquired or partnered with an insurtech company by 2018.
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