There are two types of tedious advocates for psychedelics: the sanctimonious spiritual type and the sanctimonious scientist type (who is defensive about being mistaken for being the spiritual type).

Scientists aren’t comedians, but it turns out a joke or two can go a long way. That’s according to a new University of Georgia study that found when researchers use humor in their communication — ...

There's nothing like a well-timed joke to set the mood. Jokes can help ease tension in a conversation, make people feel more comfortable and engaged, and can even make you seem more trustworthy. Humor ...

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A new study reveals that a dash of wit can make scientists more credible to online audiences; however, experts warn that using humor wisely is crucial to effective science communication. Research: Wit ...