Category: Science
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Weekly Problem: Number Theory
The Collatz Sequence Let’s explore one of the most deceptively simple yet unsolved problems in mathematics, first proposed by Lothar Collatz in 1937. The Rules Start with any positive integer n. At each step: If the number is even, divide it by 2 If the number is odd, multiply it by 3 and add 1…
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My Sickness saved my life- the Region Beta Paradox
When things get bad, you should hope for even worse times according to social science
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This is why most people are wrong about almost anything
The case of minimum wage laws serves as a poignant illustration of the perils of inductive reasoning. Hayek’s predictions, though grounded in economic theory and empirical observations, failed to account for the multifaceted dynamics shaping labor markets. By extrapolating from limited data and theoretical abstractions, Hayek fell victim to the inherent biases and oversights characteristic…
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Decision Theory and the Power of Counterfactuals
A Research team on Spotify develops a new ML model for decision-making using counterfactuals. Why that’s exciting! Self-driving cars, medical diagnosis, investment plans, and game theory are all applications of decision-making AI. Decision theory is the study of algorithms for correct decisions, but it comes with a few obstacles. Making the right decision is quite…
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How AI and Robotics are Saving Bees
How AI and Robotics are Saving Bees Bees are essential to the Earth’s ecosystem as they provide pollination services that help grow the crops we depend on for food. Unfortunately, honeybee populations have declined in recent years due to environmental factors, diseases, and pests. To address this issue, researchers have turned to his AI and robotics…
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When even AI tells you-you are unattractive!
The Role of AI and Pearson Correlation Coefficient” – Discover how artificial intelligence and cognitive psychology have enabled researchers to explore the relationship between ordinary and attractive faces. Learn how the Pearson correlation coefficient helps evaluate the strength of the linear relationship between different facial features and perceived attractiveness. Dive into the latest facial attractiveness…
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We don’t have the humility to face global warming
Often in our modern political discussions regarding economy and ecology, we see these two dimensions as somehow conflicting. Economic progress is often associated with an exploitation of natural resources on earth. The professor for philosophy at the University Gustav Eiffel, Corine Pelluchon argues in an Essay called “Ecology as new Enlightenment” that was published in…
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Robot helps children with learning disabilities
The potential for machinery and AI to benefit the public education system has grown substantially over the last few years. Here’s some progress we made: Do you remember your school time? Right, sorry I brought back this darkest of all time to you and if you still are a student, then I am sorry, friend.…
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4 types of smart thinkers
A smart thinker can significantly influence an individual, a team, and an organization. Both society and the business world need more smart thinkers that can challenge the status quo and inspire others to do the same. Research the four types of smart thinkers underneath and you will find one or more of them in yourself.…
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Five habits that make you more intelligent
Being smart is generally considered a great compliment and the good news is that we have some room for cognitive improvement that can simply be achieved by implementing the right habits into your weekly routine. So here are five habits that, as research indicated, make you more intelligent over time: It is challenging to define…