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Researchers from the Nencki Institute studied the secrets of short-term memory
Researchers at M. Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology PAS experimentally confirmed the determinants of the short-term memory capacity, crucial for the functioning of our consciousness. The Nencki Institute announced that a person can consciously simultaneously operate five to nine portions of information. During processing portions, these portions remain in short-term memory.
Researchers at M. Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology PAS experimentally confirmed the determinants of the short-term memory capacity, crucial for the functioning of our consciousness. The Nencki Institute announced that a person can consciously simultaneously operate five to nine portions of information. During processing portions, these portions remain in short-term memory. "Zeus" from Kraków in the first hundred of the world best computers
The supercomputer of the AGH University of Science and Technology Academic Computer Centre CYFRONET was 88th in the prestigious ranking of TOP 500 world’s most powerful computers.
The supercomputer of the AGH University of Science and Technology Academic Computer Centre CYFRONET was 88th in the prestigious ranking of TOP 500 world’s most powerful computers. 2012-03-31
Las Fallas Fires blaze and ear-splitting firecrackers ring through the air during Las Fallas, Valencia's huge festival in honour of Saint Joseph. Towering ninots - satirical papier-mâché statues of famous figures - are famously burned to the ground on the final night.
2012-08-31
Aboyne Highland Games The traditional Aboyne Highland Games, held on Aboyne Green, have been running since 1867, though can trace gatherings as far back as 1703. They offer the "heavy" sports (shot-putting, hammer-throwing and caber-tossing) as well as bagpiping and Scottish dancing.
2012-08-31
Livarot Cheese Fair In the heart of Normandy's dairy region, Livarot hosts a festival devoted to cheese, including a competition to find whoever can swallow the most at one sitting. At the heart of Camembert country, Livarot also produces its own eponymous cheese.