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Spearheaded by Dr Simon Cropper, the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences left an incredible footprint on National Science Week in 2019, with our most impactful contribution yet.

Do you ever get confused when you're struggling with a difficult subject, only to have everything click into place with sudden and certain clarity?

Researchers have teamed up with the ABC to investigate the kind of sudden problem-solving insight that makes people spontaneously exclaim “yes” or “at last” or, indeed, “aha!”

New research finds that making a difficult choice between two equally desirable options can change the way our brains think about future preferences.

Dr Stefan Bode and Professor Rob Hester will co-supervise PhD candidates as a part of the recently launched JUMPA program.

The Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences at the University of Melbourne was pleased to host the 2018 Australian Cognitive Neuroscience Society Conference.

A new study shows that health warnings on packaged foods can help us make healthier choices – but it’s negative messaging that really drives the point home

A pilot research project provides a tantalising hint that the scent of blood may enhance our appetite for food...even vegetables