Tag: information

Study on high-stakes poker reveals how people process information in many settings

From the University of California – Davis press release: In high-stakes environments, success is not just about playing your cards right, but also playing your opponents right. Looking at how… Read more »

Study suggests certain books can increase infant learning during shared reading

From the University of Florida press release: Parents and pediatricians know that reading to infants is a good thing, but new research shows reading books that clearly name and label… Read more »

Study suggests reading on electronic devices may interfere with science reading comprehension

From the Penn State press release: People who often read on electronic devices may have a difficult time understanding scientific concepts, according to a team of researchers. They suggest that… Read more »

Study suggests similarities across languages may stem from brain’s preference for efficient information processing

From the University of Arizona press release: An estimated 7,099 languages are spoken throughout the world today. Almost a third of them are endangered — spoken by dwindling numbers —… Read more »

Study suggests ways to make email and other technology interruptions productive

From the Stephen J.R. Smith School of Business, Queen’s University press release: The average knowledge worker enjoys a measly five minutes of uninterrupted time and, once interrupted, half won’t even… Read more »

During crisis, exposure to conflicting information and stress linked, studies find

From the University of California – Irvine press release: Exposure to high rates of conflicting information during an emergency is linked to increased levels of stress, and those who rely on… Read more »