Senses are how our minds perceive our surroundings. Many of us were taught in school that humans possess five senses — sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. We also learned that various animals share similar senses, albeit in different ranges. For instance, although humans can perceive red, green, and blue light, numerous bird species can […]
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Welcome back to the monthly newsletter of STEM from Scratch! It’s been some time since our last interaction. If you haven’t heard, STEM from Scratch is a non-profit organization that has recently made a comeback. The leadership has been entrusted to high school students in Ontario who are enthusiastic about STEM and intend to communicate […]
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**STEM from Scratch: January Opportunities for Youth Engagement** STEM from Scratch is dedicated to empowering young individuals by offering monthly chances in STEM areas, ensuring accessibility and participation for everyone. Here are some thrilling opportunities for January: **1. I-STEM Program** Available at Aldershot High School, T.A. Blakelock High School, and Elsie MacGill Secondary School, this […]
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STEM from Scratch shares monthly opportunities to highlight STEM-related engagements for youth. Here are the options for March! McMaster University I-STEP: Black Youth IMHOTEP STEM Enrichment Program The IMHOTEP STEM Enrichment Program at McMaster University focuses on offering Black high school students in Hamilton and the Halton area practical STEM experiences and development in leadership. […]
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Numerous psychologists from history have significantly influenced our current understanding of psychology. This article will explore three of the most pivotal psychologists: Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, and Abraham Maslow. Sigmund Freud was born in May 1856 in Austria to Jewish parents from Galicia. He was a neurologist who made several significant observations, but the ones […]
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**Examining Psychological Theory Through Expert Suggestions** The dialogue regarding the techniques and theoretical foundations of psychology has been revitalized by a conversation started by Ekaterina Damer, resulting in a plethora of curated suggestions from psychologists on Twitter. These recommendations encompass a range of complex perspectives and studies that substantially contribute to the theoretical landscape of […]
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A long-standing initiative has ultimately reached its culmination, representing a thrilling milestone with the debut of “The Choice Engine.” This interactive essay investigates the intricate subjects of psychology, neuroscience, and the philosophy surrounding free will. By interacting with the @ChoiceEngine Twitter bot, participants can engage in a meaningful dialogue concerning choice, the intricate functions of […]
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Oliver Selfridge, a pioneer in the realm of artificial intelligence, made profound contributions to cognitive computing with his groundbreaking idea of ‘pandemonium architecture’ in 1959. This framework, detailed in his seminal paper, suggested a structure of basic units, each assigned a specific role, linked together to perform intricate cognitive functions. This methodology established the foundation […]
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The impact differs from person to person. Take a second to consider this. Some individuals don’t perceive anything extraordinary: merely a blue iris within a red eye. Image: CC-BY Tom Stafford 2022 For me, however, there is an astonishingly strong depth illusion – the blue and red seem to occupy different spatial locations. I can […]
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