A lot of science is funded by taxpayers. However, the credibility of a study often depends on the journal that publishes it. So that taxpayer-funded science gets hidden behind paywalled journals. Elbakyan didn’t appreciate that, so she created Sci-Hub, “… […]
“The modern bathroom developed alongside outbreaks of tuberculosis, cholera and influenza; its standard fixtures, wallcoverings, floorings, and finishes were implemented, in part, to promote health and hygiene in the home at a time of widespread public health concerns.” | learn more
If you’ve ever confidently conflated wine price with wine taste, you may have tricked yourself. This article (titled ‘wine-tasting: it’s junk science’) and referenced study are a bit dated, so I wonder if anyone has more current info on the […]
I love this idea because it introduces the concept of a gap year to Americans at a time when maybe they’ll accept it! | learn more
Matt Ridley is best known for his writings on science, including the book Rational Optimist. Now: “There are reasons to be optimistic about the therapies being tested.” | learn
“And because it stores energy mechanically rather than chemically, it would be much safer.” | learn more
There are a lot of independent retailers on the Shopify platform. This is novel because the platform is normally behind the scenes. This app is consumer-facing, tying together multiple retailers into one experience. | learn more
Seth Godin has an apt commentary about how most notification these days are ‘pushed’ to the users. Long ago, you’d go on your own schedule to check the bulletin board for updates. | learn more
This is a great article and it’s lessons are broadly applicable to businesses. “There are many different moats but they have at their root only a few different principles. This post is an attempt at categorizing the best-known moats by […]
From Farnam Street: “Innovation doesn’t occur in a vacuum. Doers and thinkers from Shakespeare to Jobs, liberally “stole” inspiration from the doers and thinkers who came before. Here’s how to do it right.” | learn more