The HTLab research group of the Department of General Psychology at the University of Padua is offering to Master’s students interested in the interaction between humans and emerging technologies the opportunity to undertake a Master’s thesis on the use of LEGO® robots for the promotion and
Recognizing emotions from other people's faces is one of the most important social skills we possess. Yet, we do not always get it right. Have you ever looked at a human face and wondered whether the person was terrified or simply surprised? This is one of the most common emotional confusions. But
The Mathematical Cognition and Learning Society (MCLS) was founded in 2013 to promote the communication of scientific research on mathematical cognition and learning, and advance the study of its typical and atypical development, neural substrates, genetic and environmental influences, cultural
A new study, conducted by researchers from the Department of General Psychology, shows that positive expectations can temporarily improve reading performance.Researchers asked 102 young adults to wear “special” glasses that were actually sham lenses but were presented as tools capable of modifying
In everyday life, we often speak and sing. On the one hand, we use our ears not only to listen to words, but also to appreciate melodies. On the other hand, we use our mouth both for speaking and singing. Therefore, one might think that speaking and singing are mental activities implemented in
