Category: Perception

Study examines the perception of pronounciation in learners of foreign languages

From the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München press release: Learners of foreign languages can hear the errors in pronunciation that fellow learners tend to make, but continue to fall foul of them themselves… Read more »

Study suggests direct touch of food makes eating experience more enjoyable

From the Stevens Institute of Technology press release: Strawberry-flavored mousse tastes 10% sweeter when served from a white container rather than a black one. Coffee tastes nearly twice as intense… Read more »

Study suggests food textures affect perceptions of healthiness

From the Anglia Ruskin University press release: New research has demonstrated how food producers could change the surface texture of products to change people’s perceptions and promote healthy eating. The… Read more »