September 2018 Links
1. Most transformative meds originate in curiosity-driven science, evidence says
2. Why I’m Not a Negative Utilitarian
http://www.amirrorclear.net/academic/ideas/negative-utilitarianism/
3. Why collabrative truth-seeking is beautiful
http://slatestarcodex.com/2017/03/24/guided-by-the-beauty-of-our-weapons/
4.
Where and how to have the most impact in animal welfare. Promising: corporate outreach, research and creating animal product substitutes. Less so: consumer outreach.
http://effective-altruism.com/ea/1s9/how_to_make_an_impact_in_animal_rights_a_survey
5. Bayesian Conspiracy podcast, here’s a suggestion: 61 – Biohacking 101
http://podplayer.net/?id=51307146
6.
Poll results can be suspect because people a) don’t pay attention, b) may be trying to mess with your data