Author: Josh
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The REF: Research Excellence Framework
[[Please note that this is AI generated, and so may not be 100% accurate.]] What is the REF? The Research Excellence Framework (REF) is a quality assessment system used in the United Kingdom to evaluate research output and impact across various higher education institutions (HEIs). It’s a process of expert review that aims to assess…
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UK economic fluctuations
Understanding UK economic forces is not merely an academic exercise but is a crucial endeavor with real-world implications for businesses, households, and policymakers alike. In an era defined by Brexit’s lingering effects, geopolitical instability, and rapid technological advancements, dissecting the drivers of economic fluctuations—particularly inflation and output growth—is more critical than ever. This analysis is…
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The proton “spin crisis”
[[note: this is an attempt at an AI language model explain some quite difficult concept. >95% of this was AI generated..]] The proton spin crisis is a long-standing puzzle in physics that arises from our understanding of the proton’s internal structure and its spin. What is spin? Spin is a fundamental property of elementary particles,…
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World-in-View: Georgia’s new President – the footballer
(disclaimer: this is generated by AI.. but hey, it seems like it could be useful to others; I do not know enough to know what is accurate here) Mikheil Kavelashvili was elected as the new president of Georgia on December 14, 2024 by an electoral college dominated by the ruling Georgian Dream party. Kavelashvili is…
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AI Video Generators
Here’s a breakdown of some popular text-to-video AI generator websites, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses: 1. Visla: Strengths: Focuses on turning scripts into professional-looking explainer videos. Offers pre-designed templates, a large library of stock assets, and text-to-speech functionality. Weaknesses: Limited customization options compared to some competitors. May not be ideal for highly creative or stylized…
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From the Red Rocks to the Lab: A Utah Physicist Revolutionizing MRI at Cambridge
Have you ever wondered how doctors get those detailed images of your insides using an MRI machine? The answer lies not just in medicine, but also in physics! Today, we meet Dr. Kaggie, a brilliant physicist from the University of Cambridge who hails all the way from Utah. Dr. Kaggie brings a unique perspective to…