Source: How Randomness Improves Algorithms | Quanta Magazine ince the very first days of computer science — a field known for its methodical approach to problem-solving — randomness has played an important role. The first program to run on the world’s first general-purpose electronic computer used randomness to simulate nuclear processes. Similar approaches have since been used in astrophysics, climate science... Read more
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The Unbelievable Zombie Comeback of Analog Computing
April 6 | Posted by mrossol | Creative, Interesting, Math/StatisticsSource: The Unbelievable Zombie Comeback of Analog Computing | WIRED
Friday Reflection 16: The Evolution of a Stable Practice
March 8 | Posted by mrossol | Interesting, MedicineI’m not a doctor, but appreciate some of the things Dr Cifu shares from the perspective of a patient. mrossol Source: Friday Reflection 16: The Evolution of a Stable Practice LS is an 86-year-old woman coming to see her physician for a regularly scheduled visit. She is feeling well and is just “checking in.” She began seeing her doctor in July 1997... Read more
Vaping: The Great Innovation Public Health Failed to Embrace
March 5 | Posted by mrossol | Health, Interesting, Math/StatisticsBy Sally Satel, March 2, 2023 Source: Vaping: The Great Innovation Public Health Failed to Embrace
Federal Agency Advances Gas Stove Proposal From Commissioner Who Floated Ban
March 4 | Posted by mrossol | InterestingThe Banality of Evil – by Robert W Malone MD, MS
February 25 | Posted by mrossol | 1st Amendment, American Thought, Big Govt, Big Tech, Critical Thinking, Interesting, Malone, Western CivilizationI must say that what has challenged Dr. Malone and his wife, has been a primary mental and emotional frustration of mine the past 2-3 years. Evil, nefariousness, or something is on the loose. Conspiracy? I’m guilty, but what is your explanation?? mrossol Source: The Banality of Evil – by Robert W Malone MD, MS
 
				


