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Hour Two
The Science of Beauty
We may not like to admit it, but beauty is an important factor in many decisions we make about our lives---from hiring an employee to choosing a romantic partner. In this hour, we'll discuss some of the findings of scientific studies on beauty, what we're attracted to and why.
Guests:
Nancy Etcoff
Neuropsychologist
Massachusetts General Hospital
Instructor, Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
Doug Jones
Visiting Scholar in Anthropology
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
Steven Gangestad
Associate Professor of Psychology
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
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