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Amy Robbins

Amy Robbins is an independent journalist reporting on human perception and cognitive quirks. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, she took on reporting internships at a local paper before writing features for digital lifestyle publications. She studied journalism as an undergraduate. Robbins focuses on optical illusions and how the senses process everyday signals.

Can Humans Hear Dog Whistles? The Science of Hearing
How Powerful Is the Human Brain? A Scientific Look
Is Consciousness Energy or Matter—or Neither?
What Is Visual Movement and How Does It Work?
Can Humans See in 3D? The Science of Depth Perception
What Is the Fastest Reaction Time for a Human?
Why Do We See Red? The Science of Color Perception
How Many Teraflops Is the Human Brain?
How Does Hand-Eye Coordination Work?
Why Is Sound Important for Humans and Animals?
How Many Frames Per Second Can Humans See?
What Is the Reaction Time of a Human?
Is Brainwave Entrainment Scientifically Proven?
What Is an Afterimage? The Science Behind This Visual Trick
What Are Mach Bands? The Science of This Optical Illusion
What Are Visual Features and Why Are They Important?
Why Does Music Move Us? The Biology of Sound and Feeling