Posts by Marcellino Nehme
This is what decades of research tells us about the difference between men’s and women’s brains
Researchers have been looking for differences in the brains of men and women for over 100 years.However, neuroscientists are still unable to identify any major or consistent differences.The current largest and most consistent difference in brains for men and women is the hypothalamus, a small structure that regulates reproductive physiology and behavior. So it’s not…
Read MoreAI-based traffic management gets green light
The new effort is the brainchild (naturally) of a California-based company called NoTraffic. The rollout, which begins today, will take place at a few key intersections in order to improve traffic flow and reduce vehicle and pedestrian delays by taking the system off of a timer-based model and coordinate the lights based on actual demand.…
Read MoreStructured distraction: how to make the most of your breaks at work
If you went to a traditional school, chances are you were told to avoid distractions at all cost: keep your eyes on the teacher, take copious notes, don’t fidget on your chair, and don’t let your mind wander. As adults, we have internalized this mantra and seek to be hyper focused on our work. But…
Read MoreGermany is set to trial a Universal Basic Income scheme
Starting this week, 120 Germans will receive a form of universal basic income every month for three years.The volunteers will get monthly payments of €1,200, or about $1,400, as part of a study testing a universal basic income. The study will compare the experiences of the 120 volunteers with 1,380 people who do not receive…
Read MoreHow to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence ― 6 Essentials
Emotional Intelligence (EQ or EI) can be defined as the ability to understand, manage, and effectively express one’s own feelings, as well as engage and navigate successfully with those of others. According to Talent Smart, 90% of high performers at the work place possess high EQ, while 80% of low performers have low EQ. 1. …
Read MoreResetting the way we teach science is vital for all our futures
The pressures that individuals, organizations and societies face in this crisis are accelerating the Fourth Industrial Revolution, blurring the boundaries between the physical, digital and biological worlds.Are we encouraging students to think critically about how science, technology and innovation can help address – or aggravate – economic, geopolitical, environmental or societal challenges? In many industries…
Read MoreWhy You Should Pick a Time for Your Tasks
A simple and very effective technique, to ensure that you will have enough time to do your work, is to schedule time on your calendar for your tasks. Schedule Enough Time – You may say that you don’t have room on your calendar for your tasks. That is a big warning sign, in itself. If…
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