Brace for (educational) impact
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The use of 'Star Trek' videos has proven to be a better alternative than conventional educational films in teaching science subjects. This is so because the videos inspire a 'better attitude' and interest among students. Paramount Pictures is actively promoting science education through special media events.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1999
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The media's eerie fascination
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Many scientists lament the media's obsession with the paranormal. They claim that the slant towards skeptical thinking hampers problem solving. However, others claim that the fascination with the abnormal is merely for dramatic effect.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1997
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"Daisy, Daisy": do computers have near-death experiences?
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Artificial neural networks mimic humans when their connections are destroyed. These networks output previously learned information when approximately 90% of their connections are destroyed.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1993
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