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9 July 2026

Are women better at multitasking than men, or is it just a stereotype?

Despite the widespread stereotype that women are better at multitasking, research has shown only small and inconsistent sex differences, calling into question the existence of meaningful differences in this domain.

16 June 2026

Could seeing themselves in a mirror help babies copy others?

Some authors argue that the link between “seeing” and “doing” is innate and that infants can imitate others’ actions from birth. However, other studies suggest that this link may instead be shaped by sensorimotor experience throughout development.

13 May 2026

Does what we dream reflect who we are and what we experience?

Researchers study the mechanisms linking dream content to memory consolidation, emotional regulation, and consciousness during sleep.

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12 July 2026

What is the role of non-conscious information in decision evaluation?

A study analysing the brain activity of 35 participants concluded that subconscious information not only influences decision-making, but also triggers a metacognitive process with distinct characteristics.

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5 July 2026

Is it possible to identify early signs of schizophrenia in the brains of children?

Researchers analysed the brains of 88 children at increased risk of developing schizophrenia and found that they may exhibit subtle structural differences, including alterations in white matter, even before any clinical signs of the condition emerge.

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28 June 2026

Universidade Portucalense awards Honorary Doctorate to Luís Portela

The Honorary Doctorate is awarded to Luís Portela in recognition of his exemplary career in the fields of science, innovation, and business leadership.

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