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Science & Technology
November 5, 2015 | 10:24 am

What ‘drives’ curiosity research?

Scientists have been studying curiosity since the 19th century, but combining techniques from several fields now makes it possible for the first time to study it with full scientific rigor, according to the authors of a new paper.

topics: Benjamin Hayden, Celeste Kidd, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Natural Sciences, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
Science & Technology
February 12, 2015 | 11:52 am

Curious monkeys share our thirst for knowledge

Monkeys are notoriously curious, and new research has quantified just how eager they are to gain new information, even if there are not immediate benefits.

topics: Benjamin Hayden, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
Science & Technology
October 17, 2014 | 02:40 pm

‘Red Effect’ sparks interest in female monkeys

Recent studies have showed that the color red tends to increase our attraction toward others, feelings of jealousy, and even reaction times. Now, new research shows that female monkeys also respond to the color red, suggesting that biology, rather than our culture, may play the fundamental role in our “red” reactions.

topics: Benjamin Hayden, colors, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Department of Psychology, emotions, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,