Thrill Seekers: Chasing a craving
Whether they’re jumping out of planes, diving off cliffs, or ziplining through forests, some people do whatever it takes to get the adrenaline rush they need to curb their craving.
The learning curve: smart drugs
Imagine a pill that could make you smarter. While the concept may sound like something out of a science-fiction movie, certain drugs exist that can do just that. These drugs are called nootropics, and many have been shown to improve concentration, focus, and memory, among other things.
The learning curve: the learning environment
At Carleton, especially in a first-year class, it’s common to have upwards of 400 students facing just one instructor. Over time, most people adjust to such large class sizes. For others, it can affect their capacity to learn. This is why researchers are looking into how to make the learning environment better for everyone.
Hollywood: the elephant to the south
Canadian film struggles to make a place for itself in Hollywood’s shadow.
Imagining alien life: our fascination with extraterrestrials
From Stephen Spielberg’s E.T. to the acid-blooded horrors that crawl out of your innards in the Ridley Scott quadrilogy, aliens have drawn in audiences for over 60 years.
