Why can images of things we have seen seem so real when we later recall them from memory? A new study led by Cedars-Sinai ...

A new optical illusion excellently illustrates just how finicky our eyes are when it comes to perceiving colors. Unfortunately, staring at it too long with a friend may kick off an argument much like ...

A scientific dispute spanning six decades about fundamental mechanisms of visual perception in mammals has now been settled.

New analyses find that public perceptions of scientists' credibility -- measured as their competence, trustworthiness, and the extent to which they are perceived to share an individual's values -- ...

The team behind the study created what might be the most accurate mathematical representation of photoreception ever.

Earlier this year, Unlikely Collaborators, in partnership with Pod People, launched Science of Perception Box, a podcast that has quickly captured the attention of listeners eager to unravel the ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American How does one broach such an indelicate topic ...