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New research has discovered that a neural circuit may explain procrastination. Scientists were able to disrupt this connection using a drug.

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Scientists have uncovered a way to manipulate the pathway in monkey brains that puts the brakes on motivation.

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Cars from companies like Tesla already promise hands-free driving, but recent crashes show that today's self-driving systems can still struggle in risky, fast-changing situations. Now, researchers say ...

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WAUWATOSA, Wis.— Christmas is over and most schools don’t start up again for another week. That’s leaving many families looking for things to do with their kids. In Wauwatosa, Little Village Play Cafe ...