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science10 days ago•24 min saved

Taste and temperament: wine choices reveal personality, study finds

A study analyzing nearly 10,000 online wine reviews with AI linked personality traits to preferred wine alcohol levels. People high in openness and agreeableness tend to favor higher-alcohol wines (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Port, Sherry), while those higher in extraversion and neuroticism lean toward lower-alcohol options (Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Prosecco). Conscientiousness showed no clear link. The researchers say results could inform personalized wine recommendations and psychographic marketing.

via Daily Mail|

#alcohol-content #consumer-behavior #personality

science10 days ago•8 min saved

Words as a Mirror: AI Reads Personality from Language

A University of Michigan study shows generative AI models (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, LLaMa) can predict personality traits, daily emotions, and behaviors by analyzing people’s own words from diary-like notes and thoughts. AI-based personality ratings closely match or surpass self-ratings and can even align with or outperform close others in predicting life patterns, emotions, and mental-health indicators. While promising, the study notes limitations—relying on self-reports for ground truth and not yet testing across diverse demographics—and calls for further work comparing AI judgments with friends/family and broader outcomes. Published in Nature Human Behavior, the findings suggest language naturally encodes personality signals and that AI can analyze them rapidly.

via futurity.org|

#artificial-intelligence #language #personality

entertainment24 days ago•34 min saved

Will Arnett’s Tattoo Take Sparks Debate on Personality

Actor Will Arnett says on The Romesh Ranganathan Show that people with tattoos are often boring and lack personality, a view Romesh labeled as ‘manufactured edge.’ He acknowledges exceptions and ties the stance to his ongoing podcasting work with Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes.

via Yahoo News Canada|

#controversy #entertainment #personality

technology1 month ago•56 min saved

AI can spontaneously develop personalities with little prompting, study finds

New research published in Entropy shows that large language models can spontaneously develop distinct 'personalities' when allowed to interact without predefined goals, with behavior shaped by social exchanges and internal memory, loosely tied to Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Experts say this isn’t true consciousness but a pattern arising from training data that could enable more adaptive AI in simulations or companions. It also raises safety concerns about misuse, manipulation, and the potential impact on trust, prompting calls for robust safety objectives, ongoing testing, and governance.

via Live Science|

#ai #ai-safety #large-language-models

science2 months ago•7 min saved

Rethinking the Impact of Music Training on Children's Intelligence

Research suggests that music lessons do not directly boost intelligence but instead reveal pre-existing traits like curiosity and discipline; personality and socioeconomic factors largely explain who takes music lessons and their academic success, with music offering benefits in joy, expression, and attention rather than cognitive enhancement.

via ZME Science|

#cognition #education #iq

politics2 months ago•8 min saved

Susie Wiles Criticizes Trump’s Personality Amid White House Damage Control

President Donald Trump defended White House chief of staff Susie Wiles after she described him as having an 'alcoholic's personality,' amid her candid remarks about the administration in Vanity Fair. Trump clarified his own stance on alcohol and personality traits, while Wiles criticized media coverage and shared insights on internal administration dynamics and political strategies.

via CNBC|

#personality #politics #susie-wiles

science3 months ago•2 min saved

Oxytocin Enhances Creativity in Approach-Oriented Individuals

A study found that oxytocin enhances creativity in approach-oriented individuals by improving brain network connectivity and cognitive flexibility, but has no effect on avoidance-oriented individuals, highlighting the role of personality in hormonal effects on higher-level thinking.

via PsyPost|

#approach-oriented #brain-networks #creativity

science3 months ago•6 min saved

Cerebellum Activity Tied to Shyness

A study finds that shyness is linked to reduced spontaneous activity in the cerebellum, with this relationship being partly mediated by the Behavioral Inhibition System, highlighting the neural and motivational factors underlying shy behavior.

via PsyPost|

#brain-activity #cerebellum #neuroscience

technology4 months ago•4 min saved

Microsoft Unveils Mico and New Copilot Features Enhancing AI Interaction

Microsoft introduces Mico, a friendly, expressive AI character for its Copilot virtual assistant, aiming to balance personality and usefulness while avoiding the pitfalls of past AI prototypes like Clippy. The move reflects a broader industry trend to humanize AI chatbots with varying degrees of personality, tailored to user trust and safety concerns, especially in educational and social contexts.

via Euronews.com|

#ai #mico #microsoft

sports4 months ago•8 min saved

Giants' Cam Skattebo Gains Respect and Fame with Bold Play and Trash Talk

Cam Skattebo, a lively and energetic rookie for the New York Giants, is known for his loud personality, unique antics, and infectious enthusiasm both on and off the field, which bring a fresh dynamic to the team despite some early setbacks.

via ESPN|

#cam-skattebo #energy #giants

culture6 months ago•6 min saved

Gen-Z Dominates Bari’s Picks

The article highlights the vibrant and complex nature of Generation Z, emphasizing their curiosity, social connections, and evolving attitudes towards partying, personality, and technology, while also addressing challenges like dehumanization and changing perceptions of success and adulthood.

via The Free Press|

#culture #gen-z #parties

science7 months ago•4 min saved

Are Orange Cats the Goofiest? Genetics Might Hold the Answer

Scientific studies suggest that orange cats are not inherently more goofy or friendly than other cats, with some research indicating they may be more fearful and prey-driven, possibly linked to their genetic makeup, particularly the ARHGAP36 gene on the X chromosome. However, biases and individual differences make it difficult to draw definitive conclusions about their personality traits.

via yahoo.com|

#behavior #genetics #orange-cats

health-and-wellness7 months ago•3 min saved

Personalized workouts: tailoring exercise to your personality for better results

A study suggests that matching exercise types to personality traits—such as extroversion or neuroticism—can improve enjoyment and adherence to physical activity, highlighting the importance of personalized fitness programs to combat global inactivity.

via The Washington Post|

#exercise #fitness #health-and-wellness

health-and-fitness7 months ago•3 min saved

Personalized workouts boost fitness and enjoyment, study finds

Research suggests that tailoring workouts to individual personality types can improve enjoyment and effectiveness, with extroverts preferring high-intensity group activities and neurotic individuals benefiting from light, private exercises, which can also reduce stress.

via Tom's Guide|

#exercise #fitness #health-and-fitness

health-and-fitness7 months ago•2 min saved

Matching Exercise to Personality Enhances Enjoyment and Results

A study from University College London found that personality traits influence exercise preferences and habits, with neurotics preferring light, private workouts and extroverts enjoying high-intensity group activities. Matching exercise types to personality may improve adherence and reduce stress, especially for neurotics.

via The Guardian|

#exercise #extroversion #health-and-fitness