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health-and-science1 year ago•2 min saved

"Evolutionary Advantage: How ADHD May Have Benefited Our Ancestors"

A new study from the University of Pennsylvania suggests that ADHD may have developed as an adaptive survival strategy for our ancestors. Researchers found that individuals with ADHD traits tend to switch tasks more quickly, leading to better performance in foraging tasks such as collecting berries. This behavior may have been vital for the survival of hunter-gatherers in the past. While these traits were advantageous in a nomadic lifestyle, they may not be as beneficial in contemporary society. The study highlights the need for further research to better understand the evolutionary significance of ADHD.

via DW (English)|

#adhd #cognitive-traits #evolution

science2 years ago•2 min saved

"Chameleon's Spectacular Color Display in Final Moments Stuns Onlookers"

In new footage, a Labord's chameleon in Madagascar erupts in stunning colors in its final moments before death, captured by time-lapse photography. The chameleon's skin changes color dramatically as it lays eggs and dies within hours, a survival strategy seen in other species. This extreme programmed death occurs as the reptiles have few resources left after laying eggs, and the entire population spends two-thirds of the year in eggs buried underground.

via Livescience.com|

#chameleon #labords-chameleon #programmed-death

biology2 years ago•3 min saved

Snow Flies: The Chilling Tale of Self-Amputation and Survival

Researchers at the University of Washington have discovered that snow flies, a flightless crane fly species found in cold environments, have a unique survival strategy. They self-amputate their frozen limbs to sustain their behavior in sub-zero temperatures. The snow flies can remain active at temperatures as low as -10°C, unlike most insects that become incapacitated at freezing temperatures. The self-amputation occurs at the joint between the femur and the trochanter and is believed to be triggered by thermosensory neurons detecting temperature changes during ice crystallization. However, the habitat of snow flies is at risk due to climate change, which may lead to their extinction.

via Phys.org|

#biology #climate-change #self-amputation

science2 years ago•3 min saved

Unraveling the Genetic Mystery of Virgin Births

Scientists have discovered a genetic trigger for virgin births in fruit flies, allowing the ability to be passed down to subsequent female generations. By activating specific genes, researchers induced virgin birth in the fruit fly species Drosophila melanogaster. This ability was inherited by the offspring, who could reproduce either sexually or through virgin birth depending on the presence of males. Virgin birth, or parthenogenesis, is a survival strategy that ensures species continuation when males are absent. The study provides insights into the genetic basis of virgin birth and its potential implications for agriculture and pest control.

via SciTechDaily|

#fruit-flies #genetics #reproduction

neuroscience2 years ago•6 min saved

Survival Shapes Our Visual Perception, Study Finds.

Our visual perception is not necessarily accurate but rather beneficial for our survival. Researchers found that our perception changes to maximize personal benefits by manipulating the context and rewards of visual tasks. This study suggests that cognitive biases are integral to our survival strategy and may impact our understanding of human biases and refine AI perception algorithms. The study also found that our perception is programmed to increase utility rather than to fully represent the world, and biases are deeply rooted in our perceptual systems.

via Neuroscience News|

#ai-perception-algorithms #cognitive-biases #neuroscience

finance2 years ago•5 min saved

Banking Turmoil Continues: First Republic Loses Billions in Deposits

First Republic's stock plummeted 49% after revealing an outflow of more than $100 billion in deposits in March, raising new questions about the fate of the San Francisco lender. The bank outlined its survival strategy, including increasing insured deposits, trimming borrowings, shrinking its balance sheet, reducing its workforce by 20-25%, and pursuing other strategic options, including a sale or raising more capital. The creation of a "bad bank" was also reported as a possibility.

via Yahoo Finance|

#banking-turmoil #deposit-outflows #finance

finance2 years ago•4 min saved

First Republic Bank experiences massive deposit loss and stock drop.

First Republic's stock dropped over 29% after revealing an outflow of over $100 billion in deposits in March, raising questions about the fate of the San Francisco lender. The bank plans to increase insured deposits, trim borrowings, shrink its balance sheet, reduce its workforce by 20-25%, and pursue strategic options, including a sale or raising more capital. Analysts say the bank faces uncertainty as it tries to recover from last month's chaos, and its future is uncertain.

via Yahoo Finance|

#deposit-outflows #finance #first-republic