Cheating on a math test is a rite of passage for some. It turns out, other animals also use shortcuts to help them problem solve. "Our study provides information on which cues and strategies bees used ...

Have you ever started asking someone to help you solve a problem, and halfway through, you figure it out yourself? It feels great. It feels even better when you learn to do it on purpose—and when you ...

Mathematicians excel at handling complexity and uncertainty. Mathematical reasoning strategies aren't just useful for dilemmas involving numbers. We can apply math mindsets to improve our approach to ...

A big brain and incredible work ethic clearly played a role, but according to a fascinating new Scientific American article, so did naps — and not just your ordinary, everyday afternoon snooze. “The ...

Problem-solving is one of the most important aspects of entrepreneurship. As both the founder of your organization and the leader of your team, you’ll be responsible for identifying and solving the ...