What happens when an armed robber reads Shakespeare?

An excerpt from Sian Beilock’s book How the Body Knows Its Mind yields surprising advice on the best way to solve problems.

Psychology professor Sian Beilock on her research, her books, and her new role in the Office of the Provost.

Researcher Ariel Kalil finds “light-touch, low-cost” parenting tools.

The lowly rat got a much-needed reputation boost when a team of UChicago researchers discovered the rodents demonstrate empathy and helping behavior.

Allison DiBianca Fasoli combines anthropology and psychology to study how children develop a moral vision.

Samantha Fan explores different perspectives through language and music.

Two UChicagoans bring diversity to science and engineering, with the help of a bright green truck.

Harriet de Wit studies drug use in humans to better prevent and treat addiction.