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Employees should be receptive to criticism to stay creative: Study

Washington D.C [USA], Apr 7 (ANI): Though most firms today embrace a culture of criticism when supervisors and peers dispense negative feedback, it can actually stunt the creative process.

2019-04-07T16:21:34.400674+00:00 IST

Alcohol-induced brain damage continues during first weeks of sobriety, points study

Washington D.C. [USA], Apr 7 (ANI): A new study disapproves the belief that the brain starts normalising after you stop consuming alcohol.

2019-04-07T12:12:44.787985+00:00 IST

Reflective roofs provide protection against heatwave, finds a study

Washington D.C. [USA], Apr 6 (ANI): A new modelling study has found that merely changing the reflectivity of roofs can reduce overheating of cities and make them cooler during heatwaves. It also decreases heat related mortality rate.

2019-04-06T06:50:04.211680+00:00 IST

Poverty leaves a mark on nearly 10% of genes in the genome, says study

Washington D.C. [USA], Apr 5 (ANI): A new study has found that poverty leaves a mark on nearly 10 per cent of the genes in the genome and experiences over the course of development become embodied in the genome, to literally shape its structure and function.

2019-04-05T12:47:58.813093+00:00 IST

Memories fade over time just like old pictures, reveals new study

Washington D.C. [USA], Apr 5 (ANI): People, who struggle to recall a memory, don't feel guilty! A new study has revealed that memories fade in quality over time just like old photographs.

2019-04-05T11:30:20.818679+00:00 IST

People are head over heels over this little act of kindness

New Delhi (India), Apr 4 (ANI): A recent post has garnered immense love and appreciation for a little boy's innocent act of rushing a hurt chick to the hospital in Mizoram.

2019-04-04T14:17:05.302945+00:00 IST

Surroundings have an impact on human well-being

Washington D.C. [USA], Apr 4 (ANI): Human well-being across the developing world can be improved if they live near a protected area, says news research.

2019-04-04T12:08:41.325469+00:00 IST

Obese people are considered 'less evolved' by society: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Apr 4 (ANI): People dealing with obesity are found to be stigmatised and blatantly dehumanised, reveals a study published by Eric Robinson and Inge Kersbergen in the journal 'Obesity'.

2019-04-04T08:34:12.866475+00:00 IST

'Smart' pyjamas to monitor, improve your sleep

Washington D.C. [USA], Apr 1 (ANI): Ever thought of pyjamas analysing how you sleep? Researchers have come up with 'Smart' pyjamas with self-powered sensors which unobtrusively and continually monitor the breathing, heartbeat and posture while sleeping. These 'smart' pyjamas can be effective in giving information for enhancing sleep patterns.

2019-04-01T11:47:34.710085+00:00 IST

Google Maps get April Fool's day special Snakes game

Washington D.C. [USA], Apr 1 (ANI): It is April Fool's day and while some people are busy planning pranks on others, Google too has something planned for its user.

2019-04-01T07:34:09.976913+00:00 IST

Is your 'Big Mac Burger' out of this world?

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 31 (ANI): What if a frozen McD's Big Mac burger lands in your garden? This happened with the members of the Colchester United Football Club in England leaving them bewildered.

2019-03-31T12:35:43.586972+00:00 IST

Looking at anything which reminds of coffee can stimulate brain: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 31 (ANI): Good news for coffee lovers! Turns out, simply looking at something that reminds you of coffee can boost your mind, making it more alert and attentive.

2019-03-31T10:50:22.976019+00:00 IST

'Modi sarees' a big hit this election season

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh), [India], Mar 31 (ANI): Narendra Modi's fashion statements have elicited huge reactions. And this general election, citizens are more inclined towards thematic clothing. After Modi jackets flooded the market, Modi effect is widely spreading in the form of 'Modi sarees'.

2019-03-31T10:12:35.250154+00:00 IST

April fool japes could hint at identifying 'fake news'

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 31 (ANI): Now April Fool's day hoax stories could bring out hints to spot 'fake news, new research reveals.

2019-03-31T08:00:06.269632+00:00 IST

A simple strategy to improve your mood

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 27 (ANI): A piece of chocolate, good music, a glass of wine, we all have our remedies of dealing with a bad mood. A recent study suggests that another way of lifting our spirits is by wishing others well.

2019-03-27T16:22:41.278877+00:00 IST

Here's how people with attachment issues benefit from watching movies

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 25 (ANI): People with attachment issues and trouble with romantic relationships may watch movies and TV shows for more than just a chance to escape from the reality of their lives for a bit, a recent study suggests.

2019-03-25T17:49:46.342104+00:00 IST

Wearing sexy clothes makes counterparts see female graduates as less capable

Washington D.C. [USA] Mar 22 (ANI): According to a recent study, female graduates who wear sexy clothes at their graduation are perceived to be less capable than female graduates who dress professionally by their counterparts.

2019-03-22T11:40:35.452793+00:00 IST

Low socioeconomic status is not a permanent conviction for health

Washington D.C. [USA] Mar 22 (ANI): Various studies have pointed out that low socioeconomic status is an important health risk factor. It can be seen as a final sentence for those born in a family with disadvantaged conditions

2019-03-22T08:07:16.030492+00:00 IST

Here's how one can increase staff loyalty

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 21 (ANI): According to a new research, offering praise and having a good working relationship isn't always enough to engender loyalty from staff. Employees also need to feel that the relationship with their boss is important.

2019-03-21T16:21:45.055417+00:00 IST

Binge watching political dramas not all bad reveals study

Washington D.C. [USA] Mar 19 (ANI): Don't feel guilty after binge-watching your favourite political dramas. It may lead to an increased interest in politics, according to a recent study.

2019-03-19T14:55:48.812783+00:00 IST

Can women learn to take more risks?

Washington D.C. [USA] Mar 19 (ANI): According to a recent study, men often take more risks than women. The reason for that is the gender difference, which has been cultivated due to the patriarchal way of society. Although, the researchers found that these differences can shift in children when they are introduced to different cultures.

2019-03-19T11:33:51.151770+00:00 IST