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AI Fuels Speed at Work But Risks Draining Social Bonds
technology1 day ago

AI Fuels Speed at Work But Risks Draining Social Bonds

AI tools are boosting individual productivity in white‑collar work by letting employees get tasks done without heavy reliance on colleagues, but this speed comes with a social cost: workers are interacting with teammates less, which can erode collaboration and increase burnout. Experts urge using AI to augment relationships rather than replace them, rebuilding social time through mentorship, offsites, and regular check‑ins, and redesigning workflows to preserve human connection while maintaining productivity.

Kids with long COVID face learning and social hurdles
health1 month ago

Kids with long COVID face learning and social hurdles

A NIH-funded RECOVER study of 1,976 youths aged 6–17 found that long COVID is linked to worse post-pandemic grades, more difficulty concentrating, and reduced social engagement. School-aged children with long COVID showed 18% worse grades vs 7% without, while adolescents showed 29% vs 11%; concentration problems were 38% vs 14% in younger kids and 37% vs 11% in teens. AEP/IEP pursuit and diminished peer fun were more common in those with long COVID as well. The authors call for expanded school-based supports and targeted interventions to mitigate potential long-term developmental impacts.

When People Move as One: The Dynamic Biology of Social Synchrony
science2 months ago

When People Move as One: The Dynamic Biology of Social Synchrony

A Nature Reviews Psychology review explains that physiological signals such as heart rate, heart-rate variability, and electrodermal activity synchronize between individuals during social interaction in a context-dependent, dynamic way, potentially underpinning empathy and cooperation, and it calls for multimodal, group-scale studies to map when and why this biological attunement arises.

Scientists Identify Key Habit Shared by Remarkably Sharp 80-Year-Olds
health7 months ago

Scientists Identify Key Habit Shared by Remarkably Sharp 80-Year-Olds

Research on SuperAgers—people over 80 with youthful cognitive abilities—reveals that social engagement and maintaining brain activity are key factors in preserving mental sharpness and protecting against dementia, with SuperAgers showing less brain atrophy and more social-related neurons, highlighting the importance of socializing for healthy aging.

Decoding the 'Gen Z Stare': A Reflection of Inner Self or a Cultural Signal
society10 months ago

Decoding the 'Gen Z Stare': A Reflection of Inner Self or a Cultural Signal

The article explores the phenomenon of the 'Gen Z stare,' a term describing Gen Z's tendency to stare blankly during interactions, and discusses whether it reflects social awkwardness, boredom, or a broader societal shift. Experts suggest it may be more about authentic communication and the impact of screen time than a unique generational trait, emphasizing the importance of understanding larger social contexts.

AI Robot Rat Blends Seamlessly with Real Rodents
science-and-technology1 year ago

AI Robot Rat Blends Seamlessly with Real Rodents

Chinese researchers have developed an AI-powered robotic rat named Smuro, capable of interacting with real rodents by mimicking their body language and social cues. The robot, equipped with a camera and motor, can engage in real-time social interactions, capturing the attention of rats and altering their emotional states. This breakthrough in animal-robot interaction demonstrates the potential for future AI systems to engage in social learning and interaction with living beings, possibly paving the way for similar human-AI interactions.

AI-Powered Robot Rat Socializes with Real Rodents in Labs
technology1 year ago

AI-Powered Robot Rat Socializes with Real Rodents in Labs

Researchers at the Beijing Institute of Technology and the Technical University of Munich have developed a rat-like robot capable of socially interacting with real lab rats. Using AI and reinforcement learning, the robot mimics rat behaviors, such as aggression and playfulness, to convincingly engage with real rats. The study, published in Nature Machine Intelligence, suggests these robots could be used to study social interactions and emotional states in lab rats.