The impact of nocturnal warming and prey availability during reproduction in a viviparous lizard – Functional Ecologists

In this week’s blog post, we’re checking our calendars and addressing how climate change is causing shifts in breeding dates for reptiles! Discussing the article “A multi-trait evaluation of patterns…

New NFL helmet accessory reduces concussions − but players and fans may not be ready to embrace safety over swag

Fall brings football season in the U.S. and, with it, the parade of distinctively decorated helmets that the players wear. Over time, the shape and size of these helmets have…

The Power of Music on Cognitive Arousal

Summary: A new study explores the influence of personalized music on cognitive arousal and performance, drawing on the Yerkes-Dodson law’s inverted-U theory. The study used participants’ physiological and behavioral signals…

What’s your chronotype? Knowing whether you’re a night owl or an early bird could help you do better on tests and avoid scams

Timing is everything. For early risers and late-nighters alike, listening to your internal clock may be the key to success. From the classroom to the courtroom and beyond, people perform…