John Bargh’s “Before You Know It: The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do” delves into the significant influence of the unconscious on human actions. A prominent social psychologist, Bargh offers a captivating overview of how our motivations, goals, habits, backgrounds, and surroundings subtly steer our behaviors without our complete awareness. He illustrates this using […]
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Within the field of psychology, the idea of “belief superiority” attracts considerable focus, largely due to its fascinating connections with overconfidence and ignorance. This phenomenon is rooted not only in the conviction that one’s own views are accurate but also in the belief that opposing perspectives are categorically incorrect. Central to this inquiry is a […]
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Key aspects of open science in just 2 minutes, part 4 Prior to the publication of a research article in a journal, you have the option to make it publicly accessible for anyone to read. You can do this on your personal website, or alternatively, you can utilize a preprint server like psyarxiv.com, where fellow […]
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Over the last few decades, Computer Science has become more prominent in finance and economics. Leading financial institutions are utilizing computers to produce outcomes. For instance, JP Morgan, Chase, and Barclays rely on supercomputers to assess a stock portfolio’s risk or forecast an asset’s future worth. How is this accomplished? In this article, I will […]
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Senses serve as the means through which our brains decode our surroundings. Many of us were taught in school that humans possess five senses — sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. We also learned that numerous animals have similar senses, albeit with variations. For instance, while humans can perceive red, green, and blue light, numerous […]
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Welcome back to the monthly newsletter of STEM from Scratch! It has been some time since our last interaction. If you haven’t been informed, STEM from Scratch is a non-profit organization that has recently undergone a relaunch. The new leadership has been assigned to high school students in Ontario who are enthusiastic about STEM and […]
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**STEM Opportunities from Scratch: January Edition** **1. [I-STEM Initiative](https://www.hdsb.ca/learning-and-resources/Pages/Secondary%20Education%20and%20Pathways/I-STEM.aspx)** – Offered at Aldershot High School (Burlington), T.A. Blakelock High School (Oakville), and Elsie MacGill Secondary School (Milton). – A four-year program spanning Grades 9-12; application required in Grade 8 (random selection process). – Emphasizes engineering, design, and leadership capabilities. – Encourages innovative and critical thinking […]
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On 31 August, the New York Times released an opinion article titled “Historians Observe Autocratic Playbook in Trump’s Assaults on Science,” which examines the historical similarities between contemporary political maneuvers and past occurrences concerning the suppression of scientific advancement. The article begins with a striking image reminiscent of historical trials, notably that of Galileo. Nevertheless, […]
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This article explores the intricacies of discussing and endorsing literature concerning Islamic and Arabic science, triggered by a critique of Jim Al-Khalili’s book, *The House of Wisdom*. While Al-Khalili is recognized as a remarkable broadcaster, his credentials as a historian of Arabic science are questioned, pointing to instances like the legendary status of the House […]
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