#2018 solved question paper

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On November 3rd 1819 the physician and naturalist Henry Duncan Spens Goodisr was born.

Henry was born in Anstruther, Fife, the son of a surgeon, his elder brother was Prof. John Goodsir, who became Professor of Anatomy at the University of Edinburgh. Harry as he became known, was trained in Edinburgh, where his lecturers included the infamous anatomist Robert Knox and was licensed by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 1840.

Harry served as Conservator to the Museum of the Royal College from 1843 until 1845, when he was appointed assistant surgeon and naturalist to the Franklin Expedition. This sailed to the Arctic aboard two ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, under the command of Captain Sir John Franklin, in search of a North-West Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean.

Last seen in July 1845, the expedition was the focus of numerous searches and much speculation. His brother Robert Anstruther Goodsir, sailed twice to the Arctic in an attempt to determine the fate of Franklin's Expedition. Through talking to the Inuit, Orcadian John Rae was finally able to solve the mystery in 1854. The ships had become ice-bound and eventually the entire crew of 129 had starved to death.

Goodsir's name was inscribed on the Franklin Memorial at the entrance to the Chapel of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich. Over the succeeding years, the remains of several individuals were discovered in the vicinity of King William Island in the Canadian Arctic. In 1869, the American explorer Charles Francis Hall was shown a grave by local Inuit on the island. Based largely on the clothing, the remains were identified as those of Lieutenant H. T. D. Le Vesconte and were returned to Britain to be interred beneath the Franklin Memorial at Greenwich.

Further investigation in 2009, which involved facial reconstruction and isotopic analysis of the teeth, led to the conclusion these were not the remains of Le Vesconte rather they were most-likely those of Goodsir. It was my friendr Leonard Low who questioned the identity of the bones...his full story and facial reconstruction is in his book Largos Untold Stories, Leonard opened up his own Witchcraft Museum in Leven earlier this year.

The Goodsir Papers, held by the Royal Scottish Geographical Society, comprise letters sent by Harry to his family before his disappearance. In 2018, a plaque was laid by family members near the spot where Goodsir died on King William Island.

The second pic is a memorial is to commemorate the Goodsir family in Largo and Newburn Parish Church.

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Hi, I'm new here. Sorry if you've already answered this question; I'm new here. I saw your post about the Biden-Harris nuclear plan. I've long-since been loosely optimistic about nuclear as a petrol alternative, but knew that more reactors in the imperial world intrinsically means more bombs as well. Reading through articles here is starting to confirm some suspicions. Have you talked already about serviceable energy alternatives, or is the solution basically to just dismantle capitalism, or?

the IEEFA PDF on the most recent (third) reblog is pretty clear that renewables (wind, solar, and batteries) are the viable/cost effective mid-term strategy. these are not without their own problems (land use, resource consumption, and again batteries) but they are a better option than nuclear. it also points out that full-scale nuclear is more cost efficient than SMRs which i can't dispute, and i wouldn't theoretically have a problem with it if it weren't for the capitalism. you don't gain anything by scaling them down, and IEEFA makes the excellent point that privatized off-grid SMRs do not maintain a consistent baseload supply in the way that full-size on-grid reactors do

waste handling is a sticky problem but it's exacerbated by profiteering and corruption (unfortunately not magically solved by a revolution, either). more reactors only inevitably means more bombs in a war empire, but eliminating capitalism doesn't magically resolve all geopolitical strictures nor does it necessarily equate to eliminating war. i think it would be foolish to build them now and kick the can down the road about seizing power from capital ("you're handing the climate change machine a new 50 year megawatt generator," i keep saying). my main axe to grind is that nobody is taking any of it seriously. that's rude to somebody's kids and i'm still mad it's been done to us. if you want new reactors, know the deal with the devil you're signing, so that you will know when they slack off on their end of the bargain and start doing ohio nuclear bribery incidents and progressively abdicating decommissioning responsibilities for san onofre by reselling it over and over. saying this has made a shocking number of people very angry at me, i assume because their worldview rests on the existence of a magical solution. well, there isn't one. sorry

i'm a degrowth communist. i don't want new reactors. so, i think we should start asking where we can reclaim parts of the energy budget from industry instead of building out more capacity, but, lol. not so long as the democratic party exists, i'm afraid. they sure have been "ironclad" about that! there may be capability to persuade the political establishment toward degrowth but i'm not optimistic, since they love parading around a 0.01% solution for a 100% problem (like carbon capture). because it allows the illusion to continue

(you would think the most energy intensive sector of industry would be computing, for the amount of time we spend talking about energy consumption for crypto, ai, and datacenters, right? well, it's chemicals. i just found that out while fact checking the post. paper also still consumes more than computing, apparently. (third of the top three is "oil/coal products" which is a bit nebulous and i would have to dig into the report the EIA is referencing, MECS 2018, to figure out what's going on there. surely some of that is going back into energy production, right? so, energy production is one of the largest energy consumers? i guess that tracks, but i haven't dug. i assume it also refers to other products.) i think this was in the post but i also love to say "It's Lawrence Livermore National Library Energy Flow Sankey Diagram Sunday!" and point out that 67% of energy in the US is lost to waste heat, labeled rejected energy in the diagram. obviously that runs up against laws of thermodynamics but surely we could be doing better than that)

that was all about energy. you asked about bombs. unfortunately i have to tell you we are likely not going to live to see disarmament. maybe if we stop building reactors, disarmament will become inevitable, at best, in a hundred years. maybe if we seize power from capital it could be administrated more quickly. but, for the foreseeable future, mutually assured destruction is the only thing preventing them from being detonated. thank god for the rosenbergs

[caw4brandon]

The Magic of Potterverse Games

As a child who grew up watching the Harry Potter films. There's always this interest in wanting to be a part of the Potterverse. Something about the whimsical world that entrances us all to one day, join the hallowed halls and leave a mark on the universe and on Hogwarts itself.

So, with that said. Let's explore a more immersive side to the franchise that allows one to coexist in the universe with familiar faces to guide us as we navigate the world of Muggles and Wizardkind.

- There Once Was a Boy -

Destined to be a Star ~

Back when the movies came out, game developers tackled the interesting concept of doing magic like Harry Potter through the Harry Potter film-based games.

To make it short, see [Flatlife's - Evolution of Harry Potter Games] The games were made in a variety of ways. You play as Harry Potter, traversing around the grounds of Hogwarts. Solving puzzles, going to classes, and combat various foes.

Despite the fact that the graphics are simple and often seen as horrendous. The games as a whole, were considered a success. It laid the foundation for the desire to learn the skills of a wizard/witch and explore the school grounds. Applying the lessons in combat and winning the day as Harry Potter. But that left the question;

What if, instead of playing as Harry Potter. We play as our own self-insert character?

The good news is, becoming a Hogwarts student seems a lot more accessible with the mobile game <Harry Potter: Magic Awakened>

Of course, this isn't the first attempt in the Potterverse's history of self-insert games. In 2018, another mobile game <Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery> was released to the public as well as the highly anticipated console game <Hogwarts Legacy> released in 2023.

I think it's worth mentioning, regardless of your opinion towards JKR's views. The lasting effect of this franchise has raised a generation of fans and their love for magic.

- Welcome to the Dueling Room! -

As a film-only based fan of the franchise, I find that; NetEase, Avalanche, and Jam City managed to capture the wonders of using magic and being in Hogwarts. Due to the nature of the universe's magic system, the games used several ways to tackle the issue of using magic.

In Magic Awakened, the game uses a mana-point system that limits spell casting. The game also uses a Card Game base in which players can mix and match card types and upgrade for significant effects.

The cards come in a variety of references. From summons of popular magical creatures, famous props, and the spells themselves.

In Hogwarts Legacy, your spells are limited to what I like to call, a Hotkey Shortcut. By limiting the slots to four different abilities. Players can combine a limited set of spells in combat to deal with the more fast-paced nature of the game.

The game emphasizes the importance of using potions for that quick boost and custom clothes as additional cover. Because the game has a special condition/ finishers called "Ancient Magic" the player is encouraged to travel around and find unique upgrades to improve and build resilience. It's simple, quick, and also the most fun game to use magic.

In Hogwarts Mystery, the combat style is a lot slower and has a two-punch effect. The first part of the duel is decided by Aggressive, Defensive, and Sneaky moves. Similar to the Rock, Paper, and Scissors game. Which when won, allows the first strike.

After that, the player is given a list of spells with various effects. The spells can sometimes cause massive damage and sometimes even stun/skip opponents for one turn. Because Hogwarts Mystery is a decision-making game, it's often regarded as the weakest attempt at magic.

- Do you Like My Scarf? -

Magic spells aside, The game's respective story is awfully predictable and bland. From the little that I personally played and hear from the folks of the community. The three games did the safe thing by doing the <Fantastic Beasts> route.

They distance themselves to different eras of the Wizarding world's history. By the game's own description, Hogwarts Legacy is set decades before Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts. Following a special witch/wizard who enrolled at Hogwarts as a fifth year.

Hogwarts Mystery is set roughly a generation before Harry Potter. Making them seniors who just graduated when Harry just entered. Meanwhile, Magic Awakened is set after Harry Potter. Close to around the time when Harry, Ron, and Hermione's kids started their year at Hogwarts.

Each year deals with its own type danger. From a dark magic rebellion to a cursed student of a deranged sibling to whatever Magic Awakened was trying to do. (I'm a bit slow to that game)

My issue with these games is, there seems to be this tendency to make the MC a center piece to the story. While it is, after all surrounding the MC's life. I couldn't help but feel that as far as developments go. Nothing is interesting about the MC's canonical story.

The games are also wasted with issues of telling via dialogue but not showing via action. The drama of the story didn't feel as impactful. While the player's decisions can sometimes change the outcome. It is far from being as big of an influence as I thought it would.

As far as playing the game itself goes, I only played Hogwarts Mystery till year 4 and stopped out of boredom.

I am enjoying Magic Awakened so far since it doesn't make the MC take center stage but rather uses the side characters to put weight to the story and to the playable cards. Granted, I'm not as active.

That said, I am still looking at a lot of its interesting parts from an outside perspective. So I would very much like to hear a rebuttal.

- Return to Hogwarts, Join My Dorm! -

Back when I was still playing the game, I came across a few users who interact on social media as their own MCs. They would use screenshots of their characters and write a treasure trove's worth of lore and developments. Discuss their favorite crushes and build more lore upon their OCs.

Seeing the encouragement and love between users and their OCs, got me to start uprooting my HPHM character; Sadie mac Lir and interact with quite a few names in this community outside of the games.

But after realizing that the story is just not as rich as I'd imagine, Sadie transferred into the world of <Murder The Crow> following Hector Dagger, the story's original character, and was later added with Jamie Robyn who is now a placeholder in Magic Awakened.

In spite of the situation with JKR and some of the whispers of this fandom's dark side. The fandom is still going strong as ever. While I have distanced myself, I still linger with the friends I made along the way. Most come from an artistic perspective with their OCs and art in general. Some of them are just good conversationalists.

It felt like being in school again. To learn from one another, socialize among fellow housemates and discuss plans for the future and have fun little interactions. Being in cliques and enjoying the other bit of magic that is not in the games, friendship.

In conclusion, I think it's been a wonderful journey for Harry Potter's gaming side of the fandom. The games went from being Harry to becoming your own Harry. To forge your own path in a world that is rich with possibilities and build friendships in-game and out of the game that might last lifetimes.

For a fandom as big and equally as problematic as Harry Potter. The Potterverse games have proven that it truly is not our abilities that show who we truly are. But rather, it's our choices that make the significant change.

Thanks for Reading

- Caw4B -

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90-Day Productivity Streak

14 Nov '23 - Day 56

With @stillreeloading

I worked on my mistake book today, covering my previous aiats that I hadn't noted mistakes for, and also a few other mocks I wrote along the way. The aim is to not repeat those mistakes.

I also solved the botany questions of previous year NEET papers from 2013 to 2018 -> of 6 papersl.

I revised a part of Rotational Motion.

Hope your day went well💛

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Introduction Cancer has become one of the major burdens in the healthcare system, leading to high mortality rates and significantly decreasing the quality of life of the surviving patients. In many cases, healthcare professionals manage to save their patients’ lives through surgical operations. However, there exists a considerable risk of hospital readmissions after such operations for cancer patients. According to Stitzenberg, Chang, Smith, and Nielsen (2015), such readmissions lead to higher costs and lower patient outcomes. Scholars emphasize the importance of coming up with effective interventions that could minimize the burden of readmissions among cancer patients that have undergone surgery. The focus of the present review of literature is on identifying the level of the problem and investigating the extent to which the issue has been researched. The articles under investigation come from scholarly peer-reviewed journals and contain the latest research results. The significance of the identified problem is manifested in the statistical data on post-operative cancer patients’ readmission rates and on the negative effects resulting from such readmissions. Cancer patients are defined as the individuals ill with the oncology disease that have undergone surgery. Readmission is designated as the process of repeated admission to the hospital after having been discharged. Intervention is defined as a viable solution to solve the stated problem. The purpose of this review is to investigate the PICOT question, which has been formulated in the following way: - In patients who have undergone cancer surgery (P), - does the use of the early screen for discharge planning (ESDP) intervention (I), - compared to no use of such a tool (C), - resulting in reduced readmission rates (O) - within a 30- and 90-day period (T)? Methods The search of the literature was performed with the help of such databases as Cochrane Library, EBSCOhost, MedlinePlus, and PubMed. These search engines are designed specifically for medical research and offer their users access to a vast variety of materials on healthcare subjects. The keywords that were used to limit search results included “readmission,” “cancer surgery,” “oncology surgery,” and “cancer patients.” The inclusion criteria were concerned with the type of the source (peer-reviewed scholarly articles) and the time of publication (within the past five years). With the help of these criteria, nearly fifty matches were found. Then, the articles that were the most relevant to the present paper were selected. The credibility of the sources is manifested through the authors’ experience, as well as through the sample size and research performed. Results Out of the articles located as a result of the search, several foci on post-surgery oncology patients and a few discuss the problems of readmissions. The source that covers the aspects of the PICOT question most comprehensively is the study by Socwell et al. (2018). In their research, the authors investigate the feasibility of using the ESDP in predicting the readmission risk of oncology patients. The data were collected with the help of a cohort taken from the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. Socwell et al. (2018) note that although the ESDP is not a significant predictor of the patients’ length of stay, this factor can be useful in forecasting discharge destination and readmission. In particular, the negative ESDP score is associated with the 14-day readmission. As a result, Socwell et al. (2018) remark that the ESDP score has the potential to predict readmissions. The major strength of this study is the analysis of the possible ways of reducing readmissions. The limitation is that the authors focus on a 14-day readmission rate whereas the PICOT question aims at analyzing the 30- and 90-day rates. In several of the located articles, the issue of hospital readmissions upon surgery in cancer patients is analyzed. The purpose of the study performed by Mays, Worley, Ackall, D’Agostino, and Waltonen (2015) is to investigate the effect of gastronomy tube (G-tube) placement timing on post-surgery outcomes for cancer patients. 793 cases were identified with the help of the retrospective review of patient records from the Wake Forest Baptist Health Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Oncology clinic (Mays et al., 2015) The major findings of the study are concerned with the connection between the information available to physicians before the operation and the surgery’s success. Mays et al. (2015) conclude that to reduce readmissions of oncology patients, it is crucial to make sure that there are no complications during the operation. The main strength of this research is the large sample size, whereas the biggest limitation is that data was mainly dependent on clinic notes. The study by Stitzenberg et al. (2015) also focuses on postoperative readmissions. The data were collected with the help of the Medicare-linked database, the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results. The major findings are concerned with the readmission predictors, which are the length of stay, the discharge destination, comorbidities, long travel distance, and a higher stage at diagnosis. The strengths of the study include the investigation of readmission predictors and the 90-day readmission rate, which coincides with the PICOT question. The major limitation is that only the older population was included whereas younger patients’ characteristics may be quite different. Two other of the located sources deal with the causes of readmission following surgery and preparatory education for cancer patients undergoing such operations. The purpose of Merkow et al.’s (2015) study is to investigate the factors related to unplanned post-surgical readmissions. The data collection was performed with the help of the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program, which collects clinical readmission evidence. The major findings indicate that the most common reasons for readmissions are surgical site infection and obstruction (Merkow et al., 2015).   The strength of the article is the identification of possible readmission triggers. The limitations include the impossibility to be completely sure of the reasons for readmissions. The objective of Waller et al.’s (2015) research is to analyze the effect of pre-operative education of cancer patients on readmission rates. The data for the analysis were collected from EMBASE, Medline, and PsychINFO databases. The findings indicate that educational interventions lead to improved patient satisfaction and knowledge. The strength of the study is the investigation of interventions aimed at improving the quality of health. The limitation is concerned with the inclusion criteria preferred by the authors. Discussion The reviewed articles signify that there is much interest of researchers in the issue of hospital readmissions in oncology patients. However, some studies are limited by patients’ age (Stitzenberg et al., 2015), and some focus on a shorter readmission period than included in the PICOT question (Socwell et al., 2018). Still, the authors of all articles agree that readmission rates should be reduced both for the sake of patients’ quality of life and hospitals’ expenditures. Conclusion The review of literature offered an insight into the investigated problem. The major findings allow concluding that the question of readmission rate reduction has gained substantial interest from scholars, but a viable solution for post-operative cancer patients has not been found yet. Overall, the combination of all articles’ findings provides some crucial data on the PICOT question. Further investigation should be focused on various age groups of patients and different readmission periods. References Mays, A. C., Worley, M., Ackall, F., D’Agostino, R., & Waltonen, J. D. (2015). The association between gastrostomy tube placement, poor post-operative outcomes, and hospital re-admissions in head and neck cancer patients. Surgical Oncology, 24(3), 248-257. Merkow, R. P., Ju, M. H., Chung, J. W., Hall, B. L., Cohen, M. E., Williams, M. V.,… Bilimoria, K. Y. (2015). Underlying reasons associated with hospital readmission following surgery in the United States. JAMA, 313(5), 483-495. Socwell, C. P., Bucci, L., Patchell, S., Kotowicz, E., Edbrooke, L., & Pope, R. (2018). Utility of Mayo Clinic’s early screen for discharge planning tool for predicting patient length of stay, discharge destination, and readmission risk in an inpatient oncology cohort. Supportive Care in Cancer, 26(11), 3843-3849. Stitzenberg, K. B., Chang, Y., Smith, A. B., & Nielsen, M. E. (2015). Exploring the burden of inpatient readmissions after major cancer surgery. Journal of Clinical Oncology, 33(5), 455-464. Waller, A., Forshaw, K., Bryant, J., Carey, M., Boyes, A., & Sanson-Fisher, R. (2015). Preparatory education for cancer patients undergoing surgery: A systematic review of volume and quality of research output over time. Patient Education and Counseling, 98(12), 1540-1549. Read the full article

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Balancing Academics and IAS Preparation: A Guide for Students

Pursuing college studies while preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is a challenging but achievable goal. Students from rigorous academic backgrounds, such as those in the Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS), often find themselves juggling coursework, internships, and IAS preparation. This blog provides actionable tips and strategies to help students manage both effectively and make the most of their limited time.

Challenges of Balancing Academics and IAS Preparation

Time Constraints: College schedules, assignments, and exams can leave little time for focused UPSC study.

Mental Fatigue: Managing two demanding responsibilities can lead to burnout if not handled carefully.

Resource Allocation: Identifying and utilizing the right study materials amidst a busy academic routine.

Despite these challenges, many aspirants successfully navigate this dual journey by adopting structured strategies and staying disciplined.

Tips for Balancing Academics and IAS Preparation

1. Plan and Prioritize

Create a Schedule: Allocate specific hours for IAS preparation, focusing on weekends and breaks between classes.

Set Daily Goals: Break down the syllabus into manageable tasks and ensure consistent progress.

Align Priorities: During college exam periods, focus more on academics, while other times can be dedicated to UPSC preparation.

2. Leverage Overlapping Subjects

Utilize your academic background for UPSC. For example, ACDS students can choose medical science as their optional subject.

Relate current affairs and governance topics to real-world scenarios studied in college.

3. Make Use of Short Study Sessions

Use the Pomodoro Technique to study in focused intervals of 25 minutes with short breaks.

Utilize travel time or free periods to revise notes, read newspapers, or watch short educational videos.

4. Stay Updated on Current Affairs

Dedicate 30-45 minutes daily to reading newspapers like The Hindu or Indian Express.

Subscribe to current affairs apps or YouTube channels for concise updates.

Relate current events to topics in the UPSC syllabus for better retention.

5. Optimize Resources

Use online platforms like BYJU’s, Unacademy, or Vision IAS for lectures, mock tests, and study materials.

Keep summary notes for quick revisions.

Solve previous years' question papers to understand exam patterns and improve answer-writing skills.

6. Build Discipline and Consistency

Consistency is key. Even dedicating 2-3 hours daily to UPSC preparation can lead to significant progress over time.

Avoid procrastination by setting deadlines for completing specific portions of the syllabus.

Strategies for Managing Limited Time

Integrate UPSC Preparation Into Daily Activities:

Watch educational videos or listen to podcasts during commutes or while exercising.

Incorporate IAS topics into college projects or assignments wherever possible.

Focus on Quality Over Quantity:

Instead of cramming, focus on understanding concepts and revising regularly.

Prioritize high-weightage topics and revise them thoroughly.

Utilize Peer Support:

Form study groups with like-minded peers to discuss and clarify UPSC topics.

Share resources and insights for efficient learning.

Maintaining Physical and Mental Health

Practice Mindfulness: Yoga and meditation can help reduce stress and improve focus.

Stay Active: Regular physical exercise boosts energy levels and mental clarity.

Ensure Rest: Adequate sleep is crucial for retaining information and maintaining overall well-being.

Real-Life Success Stories

Dr. Sweta Singh (IAS 2020)

While pursuing her MBBS, Dr. Sweta balanced her internship with UPSC preparation. She allocated early mornings for focused study and used her medical background to excel in the optional subject.

Dr. Rajesh Verma (IPS 2018)

Dr. Verma utilized weekends and holidays for intensive UPSC preparation while completing his dental studies. His disciplined schedule and consistent revision helped him crack the exam.

Balancing academics and IAS preparation requires meticulous planning, unwavering dedication, and smart time management. By leveraging your strengths, prioritizing tasks, and staying consistent, you can excel in both your academic pursuits and your IAS aspirations. Remember, the key to success lies in perseverance and the ability to adapt your strategies as needed. Start today and take one step closer to achieving your dream of becoming a civil servant.

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CTS A | Week 1 What is Critical Thinking 01. Describe your understanding of critical thinking that you had before the class, and reflect on what you may have learned. (158 words)

Before this class, I believed critical thinking was primarily about logically analyzing situations and solving problems. However, I’ve learned that critical thinking involves questioning assumptions, recognizing biases, and making evidence-based decisions (Facione). This broader perspective has shifted my approach to problem-solving, allowing me to engage with the complexities of issues and consider multiple viewpoints (Lai). As a result, I can now apply this skill to my time management in Studio and CPJ, improve my Photography compositions, and refine technical approaches in Craft Workshop and Digital Skills.

02. What have you learned about Mindfulness? How might you integrate this into your learning environment? (84 words)

Initially, I viewed mindfulness as simply being present in the moment. However, research shows that mindfulness can enhance focus, stress management, and emotional regulation (Shapiro et al.). This insight has led me to integrate mindful practices, like breathing exercises, into my workflow, which helps me stay focused and calm, improving my creativity and design process (Schoeberlein and Sheth).

03. Describe an eventful moment you have experienced in this class. (63 words)

The self-reflection exercise in class was impactful, especially when reflecting on my long-term goals. It pushed me to think critically about my future and self-worth, prompting personal growth. Studies show that self-reflection boosts awareness and development (Grant et al.), which I’ve found helpful in deepening my creative practice, particularly when considering artists like Miles Johnston, whose work explores the complexity of emotions and self-awareness.

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Works Cited:

Facione, Peter A. “Critical Thinking: What It Is and Why It Counts.” Insight Assessment, 2011.

Grant, Anthony M., et al. “The Self-Reflection and Insight Scale: A New Measure of Private Self-Consciousness.” Social Behavior and Personality: An International Journal, vol. 30, no. 8, 2002, pp. 821-836.

Lai, Emily R. “Critical Thinking: A Literature Review.” Pearson Research Reports, 2011.

Schoeberlein, Deborah, and Suki Sheth. Mindful Teaching and Teaching Mindfulness: A Guide for Anyone Who Teaches Anything. Wisdom Publications, 2009.

Shapiro, Shauna L., et al. “Toward the Integration of Meditation into Higher Education: A Review of Research.” Teachers College Record, vol. 110, no. 2, 2008, pp. 257-287

Stuck in-between, titled liminal, 2018 (Pencil drawing) - Miles Johnston

Persona Revolution, 2018 (graphite on Moleskine) -Miles Johnston

Dichotomy, 2019 (graphite on Moleskin paper) - Miles Johnston

Contemplation, 2019, (Graphite on paper) -Miles Johnston

Untitled - Miles Johnston

Inflation (Graphite on paper) - Miles Johnston

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Jeong Min Park earns 2024 Schmidt Science Fellowship

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Jeong Min Park earns 2024 Schmidt Science Fellowship

Physics graduate student Jeong Min (Jane) Park is among the 32 exceptional early-career scientists worldwide chosen to receive the prestigious 2024 Schmidt Science Fellows award.  

As a 2024 Schmidt Science Fellow, Park’s postdoctoral work will seek to directly detect phases that could host new particles by employing an instrument that can visualize subatomic-scale phenomena.  

With her advisor, Pablo Jarillo-Herrero, the Cecil and Ida Green Professor of Physics, Park’s research at MIT focuses on discovering novel quantum phases of matter.

“When there are many electrons in a material, their interactions can lead to collective behaviors that are not expected from individual particles, known as emergent phenomena,” explains Park. “One example is superconductivity, where interacting electrons combine together as a pair at low temperatures to conduct electricity without energy loss.”

During her PhD studies, she has investigated novel types of superconductivity by designing new materials with targeted interactions and topology. In particular, she used graphene, atomically thin two-dimensional layers of graphite, the same material as pencil lead, and turned it into a “magic” material. This so-called magic-angle twisted trilayer graphene provided an extraordinarily strong form of superconductivity that is robust under high magnetic fields. Later, she found a whole “magic family” of these materials, elucidating the key mechanisms behind superconductivity and interaction-driven phenomena. These results have provided a new platform to study emergent phenomena in two dimensions, which can lead to innovations in electronics and quantum technology.

Park says she is looking forward to her postdoctoral studies with Princeton University physics professor Ali Yazdani’s lab.

“I’m excited about the idea of discovering and studying new quantum phenomena that could further the understanding of fundamental physics,” says Park. “Having explored interaction-driven phenomena through the design of new materials, I’m now aiming to broaden my perspective and expertise to address a different kind of question, by combining my background in material design with the sophisticated local-scale measurements that I will adopt during my postdoc.”

She explains that elementary particles are classified as either bosons or fermions, with contrasting behaviors upon interchanging two identical particles, referred to as exchange statistics; bosons remain unchanged, while fermions acquire a minus sign in their quantum wavefunction.

Theories predict the existence of fundamentally different particles known as non-abelian anyons, whose wavefunctions braid upon particle exchange. Such a braiding process can be used to encode and store information, potentially opening the door to fault-tolerant quantum computing in the future.

Since 2018, this prestigious postdoctoral program has sought to break down silos among scientific fields to solve the world’s biggest challenges and support future leaders in STEM.

Schmidt Science Fellows, an initiative of Schmidt Sciences, delivered in partnership with the Rhodes Trust, identifies, develops, and amplifies the next generation of science leaders, by building a community of scientists and supporters of interdisciplinary science and leveraging this network to drive sector-wide change. The 2024 fellows consist of 17 nationalities across North America, Europe, and Asia.   

Nominated candidates undergo a rigorous selection process that includes a paper-based academic review with panels of experts in their home disciplines and final interviews with panels, including senior representatives from across many scientific disciplines and different business sectors.  

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Jeong Min Park earns 2024 Schmidt Science Fellowship

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Jeong Min Park earns 2024 Schmidt Science Fellowship

Physics graduate student Jeong Min (Jane) Park is among the 32 exceptional early-career scientists worldwide chosen to receive the prestigious 2024 Schmidt Science Fellows award.  

As a 2024 Schmidt Science Fellow, Park’s postdoctoral work will seek to directly detect phases that could host new particles by employing an instrument that can visualize subatomic-scale phenomena.  

With her advisor, Pablo Jarillo-Herrero, the Cecil and Ida Green Professor of Physics, Park’s research at MIT focuses on discovering novel quantum phases of matter.

“When there are many electrons in a material, their interactions can lead to collective behaviors that are not expected from individual particles, known as emergent phenomena,” explains Park. “One example is superconductivity, where interacting electrons combine together as a pair at low temperatures to conduct electricity without energy loss.”

During her PhD studies, she has investigated novel types of superconductivity by designing new materials with targeted interactions and topology. In particular, she used graphene, atomically thin two-dimensional layers of graphite, the same material as pencil lead, and turned it into a “magic” material. This so-called magic-angle twisted trilayer graphene provided an extraordinarily strong form of superconductivity that is robust under high magnetic fields. Later, she found a whole “magic family” of these materials, elucidating the key mechanisms behind superconductivity and interaction-driven phenomena. These results have provided a new platform to study emergent phenomena in two dimensions, which can lead to innovations in electronics and quantum technology.

Park says she is looking forward to her postdoctoral studies with Princeton University physics professor Ali Yazdani’s lab.

“I’m excited about the idea of discovering and studying new quantum phenomena that could further the understanding of fundamental physics,” says Park. “Having explored interaction-driven phenomena through the design of new materials, I’m now aiming to broaden my perspective and expertise to address a different kind of question, by combining my background in material design with the sophisticated local-scale measurements that I will adopt during my postdoc.”

She explains that elementary particles are classified as either bosons or fermions, with contrasting behaviors upon interchanging two identical particles, referred to as exchange statistics; bosons remain unchanged, while fermions acquire a minus sign in their quantum wavefunction.

Theories predict the existence of fundamentally different particles known as non-abelian anyons, whose wavefunctions braid upon particle exchange. Such a braiding process can be used to encode and store information, potentially opening the door to fault-tolerant quantum computing in the future.

Since 2018, this prestigious postdoctoral program has sought to break down silos among scientific fields to solve the world’s biggest challenges and support future leaders in STEM.

Schmidt Science Fellows, an initiative of Schmidt Sciences, delivered in partnership with the Rhodes Trust, identifies, develops, and amplifies the next generation of science leaders, by building a community of scientists and supporters of interdisciplinary science and leveraging this network to drive sector-wide change. The 2024 fellows consist of 17 nationalities across North America, Europe, and Asia.   

Nominated candidates undergo a rigorous selection process that includes a paper-based academic review with panels of experts in their home disciplines and final interviews with panels, including senior representatives from across many scientific disciplines and different business sectors.  

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How generative AI evolved from early research

Do you think of the Terminator or Data from “Star Trek: The Next Generation” when you hear AI? No example of artificial general intelligence exists today, yet AI has created machine intelligence. It’s trained on massive public, proprietary, and sensor data.

As we start our AI on the Edge series, we’d like to define “AI” as it might include machine learning, neural networks, and deep learning. Don’t be embarrassed: “What is AI, exactly?” requires a more technical and sophisticated response.

The beginnings of AI research

Knowing the history of AI makes answering “what is AI” easier

As humans built competent electronic computers in the 1950s, AI emerged from science fiction. Alan Turing investigated AI’s mathematical feasibility. He proposed that machines can solve problems and make judgements using knowledge and reasoning like humans.

In his 1950 paper “Computing Machinery and Intelligence,” he developed the Turing Test to test intelligent machines. If a machine can have a conversation with a human over a text interface, the test suggests it is “thinking.” This simplified test makes a “thinking machine” more realistic.

AI Proof of Concept

AI research was hampered by the limited and expensive computers of the 1950s. Despite this, studies continued. Five years later, Logic Theorist, arguably the first AI programme, began a proof of concept. The 1956 Dartmouth Summer Research Project on Artificial Intelligence screened the programme. This landmark meeting brought together prominent academics from diverse fields for an open-ended discussion about AI, which host John McCarthy, then a Dartmouth mathematics professor, coined.

As computers got faster, cheaper, and more storage, AI research blossomed from 1957 through 1974. People learned which machine learning algorithm to use for their problem as algorithms improved. But mainstream applications were scarce, and AI research funding dried up. The utopian vision of 1960s and 1970s AI researchers like Marvin Minsky seemed doomed.

AI advancements today

In the 1980s, computing and data storage advances boosted AI research. AI renaissance fueled by new algorithms and investment. John Hopfield and David Rumelhart popularised “deep learning” techniques that let computers learn from experience.

Following this milestone were notable events. Deep Blue defeated world chess champion and grandmaster Gary Kasparov in 1997. The first reigning world chess champion lost to a machine. Dragon Systems speech-recognition software became widely accessible the same year. Stanford’s 2005 DARPA Grand Challenge winning robot drove independently over 131 miles on an unrehearsed desert track. Two years later, a Carnegie Mellon University vehicle won the DARPA Urban Challenge by autonomously travelling 55 miles in an urban area while avoiding traffic dangers and respecting traffic laws. In February 2011, IBM’s Watson question answering machine defeated the two greatest “Jeopardy!” champions in an exhibition match.

Though exciting, these public demonstrations weren’t mainstream AI solutions. The DARPA competitions spurred ongoing autonomous vehicle development. Math accelerators like GPUs, DSPs, FPGAs, and NPUs increased processing speeds by orders of magnitude over CPUs, launching the AI application explosion. Math accelerators like DSPs, GPUs, and NPUs perform hundreds or thousands of threads simultaneously, while CPUs can handle tens. AI researchers also had access to massive training data from cloud services and public data sets.

Large language models (LLMs) trained on massive amounts of unlabeled data become the foundation models for many jobs in 2018. Recent models like OpenAI’s GPT-3 in 2020 and DeepMind’s Gato in 2022 advanced AI. These generative AI models have expanded AI’s applicability. Using input prompts, generative AI can create new text, images, or other content. Previous AI uses included detecting bad parts in a product line, classifying faces in a video feed, and predicting the path of an autonomous vehicle.

How AI works and technological terminology

Modern AI uses artificial neurons built after animal and human brains. Each synthetic neuron layer processes input and feeds the next. Neural network. Each neuron weighs many inputs. Add weighted inputs and feed the result to an activation function. A ReLU activation function gives a deep learning model nonlinearity. Activation function outputs feed the neural network’s next layer. The model parameters are summation function bias and collective weights.

The number of interconnected neurons per layer and the number of layers affect neural network accuracy at the expense of performance, power, and size.

Deep learning’s depth

In “deep learning,” “deep” indicates several network layers. GPUs, NPUs, and other math accelerators increase computational capacity by a thousand-fold or more, enabling backpropagation for multi-layer networks and lowering training time from months to days.

Digital neuron parameters are learned. We learn from life and senses. AI learns from digital imprints because it has no sensations or experiences.

Using examples trains neural networks. Known “inputs” and “outputs,” which generate probability-weighted correlations in the digital neuron and are stored in the neural network’s “model” in supervised learning.

The difference between the network’s processed output (usually a prediction) and a desired output trains a neural network using an example. Minimising the difference between the prediction and the intended output modifies the network iteratively until accuracy is reached. This is backpropagation.

The neural network learns from new data and examples. The neural network model must be big to represent complex data. Training large models takes numerous examples to enhance accuracy and capabilities.

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Top 10 Tips to Help You Score 99 Percentile in SNAP 2018

With the national level management entrance exam, SNAP just a few months away, aspirants must have begun their preparation in full swing. Aspirants looking for admission to MBA courses at different affiliated institutes of Symbiosis International University must leave no stone unturned in their preparation for SNAP 2018. Having a moderate level of difficulty, the exam is not considered as tough as XAT or CAT.   However, it is the General Awareness section in SNAP which plays a major role in adding to the difficulty level of the exam. In order to crack SNAP exam with 99 percentile, one has to develop a strategy for the same. And, to assist you in same, we have mentioned below 10 tips to score 99 percentile in the management entrance exam and the paper pattern as well.   SNAP 2018 Exam Pattern   The exam is divided into the following 4 sections.   Quantitative Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency: Right from the beginning, SNAP exam focused on arithmetic questions. It covers the list of topics like Ratio and Proportion, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Mixture, Percentages, Profit, and Loss, etc. As far as other topics are concerned, data sufficiency has always been present in almost every SNAP exam held till yet. It has been observed that the questions related to data interpretation asked in the exam are fairly easy. An attempt of around 25 questions within 35-40 minutes will make you score higher.   Tip: Revise NCERT math books of class 9 and make sure you practice questions from R S Aggarwal’s quantitative aptitude.   General English: Generally speaking, it is considered as an easy section in SNAP exam. It includes grammar and vocabulary questions and short passages as well. Talking about the section, it includes following from different areas, including grammar, verbal reasoning and vocabulary. Make sure you have more focus on questions based on vocabulary. Keeping this in mind, you must learn words as many as possible. An attempt of 30 questions within 20 minutes will help you score higher.   Tip: Read newspapers and books as many as you can. Also, learn and revise a minimum of 30 words daily with their usages.   Analytical and Logical Reasoning: Coming to this section, it covers questions from different areas such as logical reasoning sets, critical reasoning, analogies, deductive logic, blood relations, visual reasoning, puzzles, etc. To get score more, one should target over 20 questions within half an hour.   Tip: Make sure you practice using puzzle books. You can also benefit from reading R S Aggarwal’s reasoning book.   General Awareness: In this section, the major areas include current affairs, static GK, brand and business GK. Make sure you focus more on new stories, sport events winners, awards and prizes in the last one year. It has been observed that this section has low cut-off than any other sections. Make sure you attempt all questions with certainty. An attempt of 20 questions within 8-10 minutes will help you score more.   Tip: For GK, make sure you study from the following sources.   • The Times of India, Economy, The Hindustan Times • GK Digest-Mani Ram Aggarwal. • Manorama Yearbook   Tips that help you score 99 Percentile in SNAP Exam Give time to basic concepts instead of Formulae: With respect to the analysis of past years, the number of questions is based on the core concepts of the topics. Hence, make sure you have all the basic concepts cleared & understood along with its respective applications. Do More Calculations: Needless to say, many logical reasoning and quantitative ability needs extensive calculations. Although, this year, the facility of the on-screen calculator has been introduced in CAT. However, it is preferable to practice calculations with the help of Vedic Math techniques for SNAP exam.   Focus more on Algebra: The SNAP exam tests your ability to solve questions based on different topics, including Logarithms, Percentages, TSD, Profit & Loss, etc. Make sure you practice a range of questions in order to crack this section with a higher score.   Choose Logical Reasoning and Analytical: SNAP usually includes questions from a range of topics including Venn Diagram, Coding-Decoding, Facts Inference Judgment, Cubes, Blood Relations, Double Line Distribution, Letter Series, Puzzles, Series And Verbal Analogy. This section is quite important as the weightage given to each question is twice the weightage of questions of other sections. Hence, it is advisable to focus more on this section in order to score more.   Most Demanding Section- GK: Right from the beginning, general Knowledge & awareness has always been one of the challenging topics that require your much time. Since SNAP usually surprise students with its unique general knowledge questions, it is better to be prepared with the topics like current affairs with a focus on economics, business, awards politics, sports, and recent events.   Give More Stress on Grammar: This section basically includes more vocabulary questions based on, antonyms, synonyms, idioms & phrase odd man out. If you are facing problems with this section, you need to focus on building a good vocabulary.   Accuracy: While attempting any section, the most important aspect is to keep checking the accuracy as there will be negative marking system in place. Hence, make sure to attempt those questions which you are 100% sure of.   Take Mock Test Daily: Make sure you take SNAP mocks at regular intervals as it the best way to monitor your performance. This will not only help to monitor your progress but also improve your SNAP exam score as it gives you a chance to focus more on your weaker sections.   Solve Previous Years Papers: Although there are very fewer chances of getting repeated questions, your main objective is to be well versed with the SNAP 2018 exam pattern. Solving previous papers of SNAP will help you to get aware of the difficulty level, sections, time duration, etc. Time Management: The only way to get success for SNAP exam is the good selection of questions & time management, especially with respect to questions related to Logical Reasoning, Quantitative, Data Interpretation, and Analytical.   You can score 99 percentile by upholding fundamental management principles like right prioritization, effective time management, a good approach to different sections and a perfect blend of accuracy and speed. Good luck! Read the full article

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Supersized fruit eater database on climate change frontline

In this month’s open-access journal Global Ecology and Biogeography, the group introduces for the first time a hulking list of more than 45,000 traits for creatures that eat fruit. Frugivoria, named for the species called frugivores who survive mainly on fruit, supersizes existing databases by providing researchers and conservationists with one-stop listings of both critters and birds in the forests of Central and South America. Frugivoria’s data and workflow are open and accessible to all to help facilitate its use for addressing the biodiversity crisis. In a time of rapid climate change, it’s crucial to understand how the fruit eaters are doing in specific ways. “With climate change, seed dispersion is really important,” said Beth Gerstner, a PhD candidate in the MSU Department of Fisheries and Wildlife who led the development. “Fruit eaters maintain forest composition and health by pooping — which spreads seeds. Frugivoria is an important contribution because researchers can use this to understand the diversity of their roles in the ecosystem.” Knowing what is doing the fruit eating and pooping, as well as their distribution and life traits — their life expectancies, breeding habits, habitat preferences — is critical to tracking changes that climate change may bring. Yet current databases were fragmented or incomplete. Starting in 2018 at MSU, 12 undergraduate students were tasked with sleuthing through of mounds of scientific publications to flesh out existing records of fruit eaters, adding birds for a more holistic understanding of the forests. Most exciting, Gerstner said, was entering 44 new species, like the olinguito. That’s a member of the same family as racoons that lives in the cloud forests of the northern Andes, and one that Gerstner studies. The olinguito had been mistaken for the larger olingo, but upon being discovered in 2013 has been found to indeed be genetically different. “Natural history is entering the age of big data,” said Phoebe Zarnetske, associate professor in integrative biology and director, Institute for Biodiversity, Ecology, Evolution, and Macrosystems (IBEEM). “Through Frugivoria, we are contributing to increasing the accessibility of natural history information traditionally found in museums and collections. This project provided a unique opportunity to engage numerous undergraduates in research with data science and functional ecology. Zarnetske said Frugivoria can help with both basic and applied questions about species’ functions in their environment. It can be used by community scientists to learn more about species’ natural history, and it can aid in species conservation assessments “As a result,” she said, “Frugivoria is part of something bigger — we can leverage the power of its big data to help solve the biodiversity crises.” Getting Frugivoria out where it’s needed is Gerstner’s goal. “My hope,” she said, “is for the database to be used by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and people doing on-the-ground conservation.” Both Gerstner and Zarnetske are members of MSU’s Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior Program and Spatial and Community Ecology (SpaCE) Lab The work behind “Frugivoria: A trait database for birds and mammals exhibiting frugivory across contiguous Neotropical moist forests” was supported by a NASA Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology, a National Science Foundation Campus Cyberinfrastructure program and computational resources and services provided by the Institute for Cyber-Enabled Research of which co-author Patrick Bills is a member. In addition to the open access paper in Global Ecology and Biogeography, the database itself is published open access with the Environmental Data Initiative.