Neuroscience
Two minds can be better than one: Thought-controlled virtual spacecraft
Scientists at the University of Essex have been working with NASA on a project where they controlled a virtual spacecraft by thought alone.
Feb 5, 2013
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Pediatrics
Child fitness falls further than feared
Child fitness levels are falling at an even faster rate than first feared - and this time there is evidence it has nothing to do with obesity.
Jun 22, 2015
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Health
Dramatic rise in hearing aid app downloads
Almost 190 people per day are downloading a mobile app that turns an iPhone into a hearing aid, making it the most downloaded medical app in some countries.
Jun 28, 2013
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
England Cricket Team is leaner and fitter than ever before, study reveals
The England Men's Cricket Team is leaner and fitter than ever before, a University of Essex and St Mary's University study has revealed.
Jul 12, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Obsession with failure and hunt for perfection linked to burnout, sports study uncovers
Athletes who strive for perfection and fixate on their mistakes risk burning out, a University of Essex-led study has revealed.
Apr 22, 2022
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Neuroscience
Struggling to understand the younger generation? Don't worry, research reveals it's only natural
Can't understand what the grandchildren mean? Don't worry, University of Essex research has revealed it is only natural. A new study has shown that the brain's ability to correctly recognize emotional cues in voices declines ...
Oct 19, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Depression and anxiety spiked in pregnant women during COVID-19 pandemic, research reveals
The COVID-19 pandemic caused a spike in depression and anxiety in expectant mums, a new study by the University of Essex has revealed.
Jan 31, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
All work and no play will really make life dull, new research reveals
A new study across three countries led by University of Essex Department of Psychology's Dr. Paul Hanel discovered people who prioritized achievement over enjoyment were less happy on the next day.
Sep 14, 2023
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Pediatrics
Sprinting 'like a jet' will produce Premier League strikers of tomorrow
Sprinting "like a jet plane taking off" will help produce Premier League star strikers of tomorrow, new research has revealed.
Mar 5, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study shows negative emotions spark success, but there's a price
Tapping into the dark side and using anxiety and anger can spark more success than fun and relaxation—but at the cost of your health. The multi-national research led by The University of Essex has uncovered how the mind ...
Feb 27, 2023
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