Intelligence
Scientific insights into the nature of human intelligence.
Level 1
Lifting weights boosts brain function
Contrary to the stereotype of weightlifting being associated with brute strength, research shows that regular weight training can improve…
Collective knowledge doubles every year
Collective knowledge is expanding at an unprecedented rate, doubling each year. This rapid growth is driven by advancements in technology,…
The volume of global knowledge doubles every nine years
The evolution of medical knowledge and its transmission has accelerated significantly in the 21st century, with the volume of global…
Weight training enhances both muscle strength and brain health
A new study reveals that weight training not only builds muscle but also boosts brain function. Regular resistance exercises have…
Level 2
Intelligence plays a greater role than experience in computer proficiency
Cognitive abilities surpass experience in predicting computer proficiency A study from Aalto University found that cognitive abilities, especially working memory…
Exercise enhances motor skill learning and memory retention
The University of Copenhagen’s research highlights that physical exercise, performed either before or after practicing motor skills, significantly enhances motor…
Financial success is correlated with conscientiousness: self-discipline, perseverance, and diligence – not intelligence.
A Nobel Prize-winning economist argues that while intelligence can contribute to success, it isn’t the sole determinant of wealth. Instead,…
The brain reorganizes itself after 40 to optimize cognitive function
After age 40, the brain undergoes significant reorganization, integrating its networks more extensively. This shift aims to optimize function with…
Eight everyday habits that quietly reveal poor social intelligence
Social intelligence is the skill set that lets us read other people’s feelings, respect unspoken rules and adapt our behaviour…
Level 3
Brain adapts activity patterns to balance efficiency and informativeness during complex cognitive tasks
A PNAS study suggests that during coherent story listening, brain activity patterns can become easier to decode and easier to compress than during temporally scrambled story audio or rest. This is not mind-reading, but it may help explain how the brain balances detail with robustness to noise.
Correlation between intelligence and personality
Research indicates that certain personality traits are associated with higher levels of intelligence. Openness to experience and curiosity are positively…