Most professionals live their working lives in “busy beta”—a great place for getting things done, but a lousy place for fresh ideas. Having led innovation and creativity at a global entertainment ...

Researchers analyzed data from 857 patients across 36 fMRI brain imaging studies and mapped a common brain circuit for creativity. A new study led by researchers at Mass General Brigham suggests that ...

A meta-analysis of 36 studies showed 415 brain coordinates activated by creative tasks. Coordinates suggested a common brain circuit defined by negative functional connectivity to the right frontal ...

For decades, the idea that creativity comes from the right side of the brain has dominated popular culture. People have been told they're either "right-brained" (creative, intuitive) or "left-brained" ...

Scientists have discovered a fascinating link between creativity and cognitive impairment. In addition to producing art and literature, creativity is essential for problem-solving and adaptation. A ...

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To mark a decade of NPR’s Hidden Brain, WUFT Morning Edition host Glenn Richards spoke with Shankar Vedantam, host and executive producer of the podcast and radio show produced by Hidden Brain Media ...