stochastic_monk

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One question: with such varying cannabis tolerances, how one reason about impairment levels at a given concentration? I think it’s well-intentioned, but expect this to primarily overestimate impairment of chronic users and underestimate that of naive users.

stochastic_monk

8 jaar geledendiscuss

Stephen Hawking was very special to me. He's a large part of why I chose a life in science in general and physics in particular.

I'm just one of many, but he unmistakably and uniquely affected my life for the better.

Growing up, I read Brief History of Time and Universe In A Nutshell dozens of times each. I relished the jokes I got, and I won't forget him.

I also weep for him, knowing he never got the Nobel prize he wanted so very much.

I haven't shed a tear for many people in their passing, but I have for him.

Thank you for opening my eyes to the wonders of the universe. You are an irreplaceable part of who I have become today.

stochastic_monk

9 jaar geledendiscuss

Reminds me of this old SMBC Comic.[1] "The easier college gets, the dumber you look for not having a degree."

Having hoops for discriminating simplifies hiring and other decisions. Simple ones like these are going to stick around as long as people think degrees matter more than how a person produces.

[1] https://www.smbc-comics.com/index.php?db=comics&id=2729#comi...

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