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We’ve always known artists are a little different. They think, talk, and work differently than the rest of us. Most of them even dress differently. It should come as no surprise then that the most recent scientific studies show that artists’ brains are distinctively different than the rest of the population. Dr. Rebecca Chamberlain of KU Leuven University in Belgium had noticed that most visual artists described “seeing” their work in their heads before they ever put pen to paper or brush to canvas. She suspected that there are fundamental differences in artists’ brains. So she did what any self-respecting scientist would do: she led an experiment to find out. In the study, researchers had 21 art students and 23 non-artists complete a number of tasks. During each task, they scanned their brains through a process called voxel-based morphometry. Voxel-based morphometry is a neuroimaging technique that lets the scientists identify differences i...

An average college student falls between the ages of 18-24 . This means they are a prime target for digital marketing. However, these young adults are smart. You can’t just throw any type of content out there and expect them to bite. Your strategic marketing plans must be just that- strategic. Luckily, we know a thing or two about content marketing. Read on to learn 3 tips for successfully marketing an education. 1) Lights, Camera, Action- Cue the Video Video streaming is one of the most effective approaches to capture your audience’s attention. Millennials watch 2.5 times more videos from the internet than they do on the television. Snapchat is one of the most widely used platforms that most young adults get behind. It allows you to take photos or short videos and post them as your ‘Story’. Snapchat boasts a variety of opportunities for attracting your blended learning target. Use the app to show hidden places on campus, students’ favorite go-to pizza pl...

Less than 10 years ago, marijuana was illegal everywhere in the United States. Yet, today more and more states are recognizing the medicinal benefits of marijuana. And legalizing it. As marijuana becomes more acceptable, more studies have been done and the news is astounding. Why? Because new studies show that medical marijuana can actually slow down your brain’s aging process. Excited? Read on. How Does Medical Marijuana Slow Aging? As everyone knows, with the increase of age, our memory performance decreases. It’s just a natural side effect of getting older. Or is it? Do humans have to accept getting older or is there something to be done? This latest research, by scientists from University of Bonn and Hebrew University, shows that humans may be able to help prevent brain function from slowing as they grow older. How? THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana has shown to boost memory, learning, and cognitive function in older mice. I...

Millennials get the blame for a lot (looking at you, fidget spinners) but in one specific way, the kids are alright. With new practices and approaches, millennials are helping grow the digital media industry. Through talent, experience, experimentation, and a little bit of good luck, the digital generation is living up to their name. Let’s take a look at how exactly the youth is accomplishing it. Visuals With smartphones becoming more and more popular, people are walking around with a portable TV in their pocket. As a result, the emphasis on visual content is growing. From streaming TV to getting news from Snapchat stories , there are many new mediums to present media and a wider audience to reach. Visuals offer an opportunity to get right to the point. For example, Facebook Videos are on the rise as one of the best ways to reach an audience, and companies are starting to shift their focus there and other online platforms. Millennials are keeping up to date with the latest trends ...

The Met Gala is known for celebrities showing off over-the-top fashions that will have the world talking. The fashions that take the world by storm often appear here first. This event is an annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Arts Costume’s Institute, which is in New York City. Every year has a theme, with this year’s being Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garçons . This year raised 12 million dollars for the institute. Many of the biggest jewelry trends are started by celebrities that show up dressed to impress. Which of these stunning looks from the Met Gala will lead to the trends that will take over fashion for the next year? Read below for 5 of the best dazzling jewelry trends from this year’s event! 1. Diamond Chokers These chokers serve as a centerpiece to any outfit and will “wow” onlookers. Seen on many celebrities at the event, no one wore it better than Lily Aldridge. These are seeming to pop up everywhere, and for good reason. Many je...

Do you love vaping? Do you want to be able to keep doing it? Maybe it’s helped you to quit smoking cigarettes. Maybe it’s helped you make friends. Maybe you just enjoy the taste of the countless delicious juice flavors on the market today. Whatever the reason, you need to learn about the Vaping Rights Movement. If you’ve never heard of it, keep on reading to educate yourself — and those around you! What Is The Vaping Rights Movement? First, let’s make sure you know what the Vaping Rights Movement is. Essentially, it’s a grassroots organization that came out of a community of people who love to vape. It’s a diverse community that’s filled with people that all have a unique relationship to vaping. It can be people that vape, those that create juice flavors, and even those that sell e-cigs and vape mods in their stores. It’s about educating the public about vaping and organizing together to protect our rights. As more and more regulatio...