
This Is Your Brain on Pollution (Ep. 472 Update)
Freakonomics Radio
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Cognition and Pollution: A Deep Dive
This chapter examines a research study linking air pollution to cognitive performance using data from the brain game app, Lumosity. It reveals how pollutants affect scores, particularly in adults under 50, suggesting significant implications for productivity and policy-making. The discussion weaves in humorous interactions about gameplay experiences, adding a lighthearted contrast to the serious findings.
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