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1 week ago

Michael Pollan explains why AI will never replicate human consciousness

The only tool we have with which to explore consciousness is consciousness itself, says Michael Pollan, a celebrated science journalist and author of the new book A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness. This conundrum—and how to potentially solve it—guides Pollan's examination of consciousness, highlighting both the science and the philosophical dilemma it poses.
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2 weeks ago

The surprising scientific value of roadkill

Researchers use roadkill as a valuable scientific resource to study wildlife behavior, track species distribution, obtain specimens ethically, and discover new species across diverse research applications.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on microplastics research: questioning results is good for science, but has political consequences | Editorial

Studies measuring micro- and nanoplastics in humans show methodological flaws that cast doubt on reported quantities and reveal preventable systemic problems.
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