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psychology12 days ago•26 min saved

ADHD symptoms linked to bursts of creative insight in problem-solving

A 299-participant study found that individuals with higher ADHD symptoms solved problems more often through sudden insight than through deliberate analysis, while those with the lowest symptoms balanced insight and analysis. The results showed a U-shaped curve where high- and low-symptom groups performed best overall, suggesting that executive control levels influence creative problem-solving via different mental routes and highlighting potential strengths of neurodiversity in such tasks.

via PsyPost|

#adhd #creativity #dual-process

science6 months ago•5 min saved

Mars's Interior Shows Evidence of Ancient Collisions and a Violent Past

NASA's InSight lander data reveals that Mars' mantle contains large, ancient lumps of rocky material from early impacts, indicating a sluggish interior evolution and providing new insights into the planet's formation and history.

via NASA (.gov)|

#insight #mars #marsquake

science8 months ago•5 min saved

Power Naps Boost Creativity and Problem-Solving Insights

A study finds that short naps, especially reaching N2 sleep, significantly enhance problem-solving insight, with EEG data indicating deeper sleep correlates with 'aha' moments, suggesting sleep's role in fostering creativity and connections.

via Neuroscience News|

#creativity #eeg #insight

space-exploration1 year ago•2 min saved

NASA Spacecraft Discovers Defunct Robot on Mars

NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has captured images of the retired InSight robot on Mars, which has been inactive since 2022. The orbiter, which has been studying Mars for over 18 years, continues to provide valuable data on the planet's surface changes and conditions.

via Supercar Blondie|

#insight #mars #mars-reconnaissance-orbiter

space-exploration1 year ago•1 min saved

"NASA's Mars Orbiter Discovers Retired Robotic Spacecraft on Red Planet's Surface"

NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter spotted the "dead" InSight lander on the surface of Mars, which ceased to function in 2022 after operating for four years. InSight was sent to study the planet's interior, depositing a seismometer to record marsquakes and a thermometer to measure temperature. Despite running out of power due to dust accumulation on its solar panels, InSight continues to provide valuable data for studying Mars' surface disturbances.

via AS USA|

#insight #mars #mars-reconnaissance-orbiter

astrologyhoroscope2 years ago•12 min saved

Astrological Predictions and Tarot Readings for November 11-18, 2023

This weekly horoscope provides astrological predictions for all zodiac signs. Aries can expect new sources of income and improved family life, while Taurus may face health problems and financial challenges. Gemini will experience business success and improved relationships, while Cancer may face work-related stress and health issues. Leo will find satisfaction in their work and improved family relationships, while Virgo may feel unhappy and face financial difficulties. Libra will enjoy unity at home and business success, while Scorpio will experience happiness and good news at work. Sagittarius will focus on self-discovery and career advancement, while Capricorn may feel stressed and face challenges. Aquarius will receive support and business opportunities, while Pisces will experience happiness and financial improvement.

via Times of India|

#astrological-predictions #astrologyhoroscope #guidance

space-science2 years ago•5 min saved

Scientists Uncover Cause of Mars' Most Powerful Quake through International Collaboration

An international team of scientists, including researchers from the European Space Agency, the Chinese National Space Agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation, and the United Arab Emirates Space Agency, have determined that the largest Marsquake observed by NASA's InSight lander was caused by a release of stress within Mars' crust, ruling out a meteor impact. By analyzing data from multiple spacecraft in orbit around Mars, the team found no evidence of an impact crater and concluded that the quake was a tectonic event. This discovery provides valuable insights into the geological activity of Mars and may help in future missions and potential human habitation on the planet.

via NASASpaceflight.com|

#insight #international-collaboration #mars

space-science2 years ago•4 min saved

Mars' Mysterious Accelerated Rotation: Insights from NASA's InSight

Scientists analyzing data from NASA's InSight Mars lander have discovered that Mars is rotating faster, with its rotational speed increasing by approximately four milliarcseconds per year squared. The measurements, made using InSight's Rotation and Interior Structure Experiment (RISE) instrument, also revealed the planet's wobbling motion caused by its molten metal core. The data allowed scientists to estimate the size of Mars' core and revealed regions of slightly higher or lower density buried deep within the mantle. The findings provide valuable insights into Mars' rotation, core, and other planetary characteristics, contributing to groundbreaking discoveries in planetary science.

via NASASpaceflight.com|

#core #insight #mars

space-science2 years ago•3 min saved

NASA Discovers Mars' Rapidly Increasing Rotation Speed

NASA's InSight lander has collected data indicating that Mars is rotating more quickly than before, shortening the length of a Martian day by a fraction of a millisecond per year. The increased acceleration, about 4 milliarcseconds per year², is still being investigated, but it may be due to ice accumulation at the Martian poles or the rise of landmasses after being covered in ice. The findings, based on InSight data, suggest that Mars has a molten metal core with a radius of about 1,140 miles. Although the mission has ended, the data collected by InSight has significantly contributed to our understanding of the red planet.

via KSL.com|

#core #insight #mars

space-science2 years ago•3 min saved

Mysterious Increase in Mars' Rotation Speed Baffles Scientists

NASA's InSight lander has collected data indicating that Mars is rotating more quickly than before, shortening the length of a Martian day by a fraction of a millisecond per year. The increased acceleration in rotation is believed to be caused by ice accumulation at the Martian poles or the rise of landmasses after being covered in ice. The findings, based on an analysis of InSight data, also revealed that Mars has a molten metal core with a radius estimated to be between 1,112 and 1,150 miles. Although InSight is no longer operational, its data has significantly contributed to our understanding of the red planet.

via CNN|

#core #insight #mars

space-science2 years ago•6 min saved

Mars' Mysterious Acceleration: NASA's InSight Uncovers Surprising Spin Speed Increase

NASA's InSight Mars lander has provided scientists with precise measurements of Mars' rotation, revealing a subtle acceleration and the planet's wobble caused by its molten core. This data offers unprecedented insights into the size and shape of Mars' core, providing crucial information about the planet's internal structure. The measurements were made using InSight's Rotation and Interior Structure Experiment (RISE), which utilized advanced radio technology and upgrades to antennas within NASA's Deep Space Network. The findings suggest that Mars' rotation is accelerating by about 4 milliarcseconds per year², resulting in a slight shortening of the Martian day. The study also measured Mars' wobble, allowing scientists to estimate the core's radius and shape.

via SciTechDaily|

#core #insight #mars

space-science2 years ago•3 min saved

The Mysterious Acceleration of Mars' Rotation Baffles Scientists

Scientists have discovered that Mars is spinning faster each year, shortening the length of a Martian day by a fraction of a millisecond. The cause of this acceleration is still unknown, but it could provide insights into Mars' past evolution. Hypotheses include long-term trends such as accumulating material at the polar ice caps and interior dynamics. The data was obtained from the now-retired InSight lander, which provided precise measurements of Mars' rotation through radio communications. Additionally, the data allowed scientists to refine measurements of Mars' core structure, revealing density variations that will be further investigated.

via ScienceAlert|

#core-structure #insight #mars

space2 years ago•4 min saved

"Mars' Surprising Spin: NASA InSight Study Reveals Increased Rotation Speed"

NASA's InSight lander has provided the most precise measurements of Mars's rotation, revealing that the planet is spinning faster. Using data from InSight's Rotation and Interior Structure Experiment (RISE), scientists found that Mars's rotation is accelerating by about 4 milliarcseconds per year, resulting in a slight shortening of the Martian day. The cause of this acceleration is still uncertain, but possibilities include ice accumulation on the polar caps or post-glacial rebound. RISE data also allowed scientists to measure Mars's wobble and estimate the size and shape of its liquid core.

via Phys.org|

#core #insight #mars

space-science2 years ago•4 min saved

Mars' Surprising Spin Speed Discovered by NASA InSight Study

NASA's InSight Mars lander has provided the most precise measurements to date of Mars' rotation, revealing that the planet is spinning faster and its rotation is accelerating by about 4 milliarcseconds per year. The cause of this acceleration is still uncertain, but possibilities include ice accumulation on the polar caps or post-glacial rebound. InSight's advanced radio technology, including the Rotation and Interior Structure Experiment (RISE), allowed scientists to track Mars' spin rate with unprecedented accuracy. RISE also provided data on Mars' wobble, allowing scientists to estimate the size and shape of the planet's molten metal core. These findings contribute to a better understanding of Mars' geophysical properties.

via NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory|

#core #insight #mars

science2 years ago•2 min saved

InSight Reveals Surprising Findings About Mars' Core and Interior

Data from the InSight lander suggests that Mars has an all-liquid core and internal mass anomalies, according to a team of planetary scientists from Belgium, the U.S., France, and Germany. The researchers analyzed data sent back to Earth from the lander, which had two main sensors, one that used a seismometer to measure marsquakes and another that sent radio signals from the lander back to Earth. By studying data related to the core and characterizing it separately from data related to the mantle, the team found what they believe to be evidence showing that Mars' core is molten liquid, and they also found a slight increase in the planet's spin.

via Phys.org|

#insight #liquid-core #mars