Your Zoom background might influence the first impression you make
In a new study, participants tended to judge faces appearing against backgrounds featuring houseplants or bookcases as more trustworthy and competent than faces with a living space or a novelty image behind them. Gender and facial expression also app.....»»
Study investigates impact of extreme weather events on ocean circulation in tropical Pacific
The strength of the wind has an important influence on ocean circulation. This is particularly true for extreme events such as storm fronts, tropical storms and cyclones. These weather patterns, which last from a few days to a few weeks, will change.....»»
New study reveals the influence of natural climate drivers on extreme monsoons in Pakistan
A new study by researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory looks at some of the influences that could be driving the increasingly severe weather over Pakistan......»»
Research reveals how smell can influence our perception of color
The University of Liverpool is part of a new study that reveals for the first time how particular scents can influence our perception of color......»»
Interplay of free electrons: Tailored electron pulses for improved electron microscopy
Electron microscopes provide unique vistas of nanoscale structures, but their resolution is limited by the mutual repulsion of electrons. Researchers in Göttingen have now succeeded in precisely measuring the influence of these interactions. They di.....»»
It’s not just you: Researchers say Zoom really does make you feel worse about yourself
Researchers are studying the ‘Zoom effect’—a possible link between video chatting and appearance dissatisfaction. The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a new era of digital connection: In the absence of in-person gatherings, many peo.....»»
How UX designers can use brain science to influence user experience
Understanding the science behind the fine art of balancing users’ attention and intention. As a UX designer deeply invested in the world of apps and user experience, there’s a subject that has been occupying my mind lately—the f.....»»
Zoom Time May Be Linked to Discontent with One"s Own Appearance
How do people make peace with the image reflected back at them in a video conference?.....»»
How to view Apple Music lyrics in fullscreen on the Mac
One of my favorite features of Apple Music is its beautiful and robust implementation of lyrics. On the Mac, this also includes a beautiful fullscreen interface with lyrics, a visualizer background, and high-quality album artwork. Here’s how to act.....»»
Mysterious fast radio bursts might be caused by “starquakes,” study finds
Astronomers have puzzled over possible sources since the first FRB was spotted in 2007. Enlarge / Artist's impression of a fast radio burst (FRB) traveling through space and reaching Earth. (credit: ESO/M. Kornmesser/CC BY 4.0).....»»
Mysterious fast radio bursts look a lot like earthquakes, study finds
Astronomers have puzzled over possible sources since the first FRB was spotted in 2007. Enlarge / Artist's impression of a fast radio burst (FRB) traveling through space and reaching Earth. (credit: ESO/M. Kornmesser/CC BY 4.0).....»»
Researcher: Trauma, histories of victimhood will influence Israeli response
Palestinian militants launched an unprecedented attack on Israel, killing nearly 900 Israelis and taking 150 more hostage. The hostages include civilians, children, elderly and soldiers. The attack, which many have compared to the 9/11 terrorist atta.....»»
Ming-Chi Kuo reaffirms tetraprism iPhone 16 Pro prediction, no comment on titanium heat claim
Apple extended optical zoom to 5x on the iPhone 15 Pro Max camera system thanks to an advanced tetraprism design. Customers opting for the standard-sized iPhone 15 Pro, on the other hand, maintain 3x optical zoom from prior models. The good news for.....»»
Zoom into an incredibly detailed James Webb image of the Orion nebula
A new image from the James Webb Space Telescope shows the majesty of the gorgeous Orion nebula in tremendous detail......»»
How to change the focus point of portrait photos in iOS 17
Tips: Being able to change the focus point in a portrait photo and subtly blur the background isn't reserved for the iPhone 15. Here is how to do it on any device in iOS 17.Changing the focus point in a portrait photo in iOS 17"Focus and depth contro.....»»
DuckDuckGo could have been Apple"s private search engine
Private search engine DuckDuckGo could have been the default for private browsing in Safari but talks allegedly fell through under the might of Google's influence.DuckDuckGoThe Department of Justice is investigating Google for antitrust practices and.....»»
How secondary mathematics teachers" beliefs and knowledge influence their teaching in mainland China
Past research on Chinese mathematics teaching has focused mainly on the role of teacher's beliefs and professional knowledge separately in teaching approaches, or examined three variables—teacher's beliefs, professional knowledge and teaching appro.....»»
Apple, Google, Amazon face Australian big tech influence probe
Apple will join Google and Amazon in submitting evidence to a probe into the influence of Big Tech companies in Australia, starting with a hearing set to happen with a senate committee on Tuesday.Sydney Opera House [Pixabay/pattyjansen]The Australian.....»»
Pheromones found to influence death feigning behavior in beetles
Predation is a driving force in the evolution of anti-predator strategies, and death feigning, characterized by immobility in response to threats, is a common defensive mechanism across various animal species. While this behavior can enhance an indiv.....»»
How new plant cell walls change their mechanical properties after cell division
Scientists have revealed new plant cell walls can have significantly different mechanical properties compared to surrounding parental cell walls, enabling cells to change their local shape and influence the growth of plant organs......»»
Indian spacecraft heads towards center of solar system
India's sun-monitoring spacecraft has crossed a landmark point on its journey to escape "the sphere of Earth's influence", its space agency said, days after the disappointment of its moon rover failing to awaken......»»