**The Superiority of Belief Effect: A Dual-Edged Aspect of Assurance and Ignorance** The relationship between an individual’s self-assessment of cognitive ability and actual knowledge has long captivated the attention of psychologists and scholars. Central to this discussion is the idea of “belief superiority,” a psychological occurrence thoroughly examined by researchers Michael Hall and Kaitlin Raimi. […]
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This discussion initiated by Ekaterina Damer has led to numerous suggestions from psychologists on Twitter. Here are the majority of the suggestions, along with their respective recommenders in parentheses. I haven’t gone through these myself, but I intended to gather them all in one location. Feel free to add your own recommendations in the comments. […]
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**The Debut of Choice Engine: Investigating Free Will Through Engaging Storytelling** Following years of development, an important initiative has been unveiled, presenting a distinctive and interactive examination of free will. The Choice Engine is a captivating, interactive essay accessible through Twitter, guiding participants into the depths of psychology, neuroscience, and the philosophical discussions surrounding free […]
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Over the last several decades, Computer Science has increasingly emerged in the realms of finance and economics. Leading financial institutions depend on computers for effective results. For instance, firms like JP Morgan, Chase, and Barclays utilize supercomputers to assess the risk of stock portfolios or forecast the future value of assets. How is this accomplished? […]
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Bisphenol A (BPA) has been a point of contention among environmentalists, consumer advocates, and regulatory agencies for many years. In spite of demands for its prohibition due to its estrogen-like properties, both the FDA and the European Union have regularly reviewed BPA’s safety and concluded it is safe at the current exposure levels present in […]
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**Oliver Selfridge and the Pandemonium Architecture: A Legacy in Artificial Intelligence** Oliver Selfridge, an influential contributor to the advancement of artificial intelligence, made remarkable strides in the field with his groundbreaking concepts. In 1959, Selfridge penned a pivotal paper that introduced the idea of a system made up of simple units, each designated with specific […]
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Almost everyone loves fireworks, except for cats, who really dislike them. The bright colors illuminating the nighttime sky enchant our senses. For those fascinated by chemistry like me, fireworks present an exhilarating exhibition of chemical principles and instability in action. The chemical processes in fireworks highlight the elements’ inclination to avoid sharing electrons, particularly as […]
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**California’s Revised Vaccine Legislation: Calibrating Public Safety and Individual Convictions** In a pivotal action directed at enhancing public health, California Governor Jerry Brown enacted a law that notably restricts exemptions for childhood vaccinations. This updated legislation stipulates that religious or philosophical exemptions are no longer acceptable reasons for avoiding mandatory childhood vaccinations. The sole valid […]
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**Sixteen and the Blogging Heritage of the Renaissance Mathematicus** In a whimsical commemoration commemorating sixteen years of blogging, the Renaissance Mathematicus and his mischievous companion, the HISTSCI_HULK, have documented their expedition through the realm of scientific and historical dialogue. With a solid reputation and almost twelve thousand comments, their online adventure is a testament to […]
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**Greetings Again from STEM from Scratch’s Monthly Newsletter!** It has been a while since we last connected, and we are excited to reunite with you. In case you’re not aware, STEM from Scratch is a revitalized non-profit organization now driven by enthusiastic high school students from Ontario. Our aim is to share the enthusiasm of […]
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