Predicting the value of a postdoc
How do you make decisions about training when you’re training for something you don’t really understand until you do it?
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Philosophy
Can deep brain stimulation make you a ‘different person’?
Deep brain stimulation (DBS), a procedure in which implanted electrodes deliver current to a target region of the brain, might sound like the stuff of
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Death vs. dying: Exploring the ‘Timing Problem’
Is death bad for the individual who dies? We’re inclined, I think, to answer that it is. Answering in the affirmative, however, raises another question:
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How far will you go to protect your ‘future self?’
Are you an altruist or an egoist? Beyond just its philosophical importance, the answer to this question could predict your future health and longevity. I’m
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Harm and medical ethics
Imagine your spouse has been cheating for the past 10 years, but you are completely unaware of their infidelity. The good news is your spouse
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