Chromostereopsis: Grasping a Distinct Visual Phenomenon Chromostereopsis is an intriguing visual phenomenon in which various colors, especially those at opposite ends of the light spectrum like red and blue, seem to exist at different depths although they belong to a static image. The intense perception of depth arises because these colors engage differently on the […]

This thread initiated by Ekaterina Damer has sparked numerous suggestions from psychologists on Twitter. Below are the majority of the suggestions, along with their recommender in parentheses. I haven’t personally read these, but I wanted to gather them all in one location. Comments are welcome if you have your own recommendations. – (Iris van Rooij) […]

Review of *Before You Know It: The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do* by John Bargh Heinemann, 2017 First, the positive aspects. John Bargh stands out as a prominent figure in social psychology, serving as an engaging and knowledgeable navigator of the research surrounding the significance of our motivations, objectives, habits, background, and environment […]

In a society overwhelmed by a multitude of information and varying opinions, it is quite normal to encounter people who cling to their beliefs with unwavering conviction. These individuals, regardless of the subject at hand, appear confident that their perspective is the ultimate truth. A recent research paper explores this captivating psychological phenomenon termed “belief […]

A project to which I have been devoting considerable time has recently been unveiled, presenting a novel approach to investigate the intricate subjects of psychology, neuroscience, and philosophical concepts of free will. This initiative, titled “The Choice Engine,” is an interactive essay uniquely offered through a Twitter bot. To begin this intellectual odyssey, users are […]

Oliver Selfridge was a crucial individual in the foundational years of artificial intelligence. In 1959, he presented the notion of ‘pandemonium architecture’ in an influential paper, outlining a system where uncomplicated units, each assigned a specific role, work in unison to achieve intricate cognitive objectives. This concept greatly impacted the advancement of neural networks, setting […]