MIT Prof Sapolsky

Robert Sapolsky’s full body of work, including his views on stress biology, neuroendocrinology, human behavior, determinism, and free will, as well as his major lectures and publications: Deep, structured summary of his contributions across biology, neuroscience, and psychology. Robert Sapolsky: A Deep Exploration of His Work and Key Contributions Introduction and Background Robert M. Sapolsky … Read more

Parnell Pitch Drop Experiment

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Parnell Pitch Drop Experiment 2 million times thicker than honey The “Parnell pitch drop” is the world-famous ultra-slow experiment at the University of Queensland that shows pitch (bitumen) isn’t truly solid at room temperature—it’s an extremely viscous liquid that flows so slowly a single drop takes years to form. Fun side note: a sister experiment … Read more