Chloe Park
- Feb 15
Does Bilingualism Really Enhance Cognition?
For decades, the cognitive advantages—and disadvantages—of learning a second language have been widely disputed. While multiple studies...
Chloe Park
- Feb 7
Why Do We Use Baby Talk?
You’ve heard it before: the characteristically exaggerated, sing-songy tone of voice parents adopt while speaking to their infant...
Mary Cate Hyde
- Jan 28
Good for You and the Environment?: The Search for an Ideal Diet
Every year, it seems that a new diet trend emerges, each one claiming to be the best option for our health, weight, and longevity. Some...
Claire Meng
- Jan 5
How Sustainable is Sustainable Energy?
Hydropower With fossil fuels found to be the greatest contributor to climate change, the switch to renewable energy is imperative. One of...
Mary Cate Hyde
- Dec 4, 2022
Stress-Eating and Creating Space for Healthier Decision-Making
When you’re stressed, do you notice yourself reaching for your favorite snack, even when you are not really hungry? A recent study may...
Mary Cate Hyde
- Nov 16, 2022
Why Nutrition Should be Lifespan-Flexible: Introduction to the Protein Leverage Hypothesis
We all want to live long, healthy lives. And many of us would like to do so while being thinner or stronger than we currently are. For...
Mary Cate Hyde
- Oct 28, 2022
Why We Heat Our Food: The Evolutionary Significance of Cooking
The last time you fried an egg or made some rice, you probably didn’t think much about why you were cooking. Sure, you could say because...