Strangely Charming: The Wind of Freedom Blows Jack Cackler June 3, 2010 2 Comments Jack bids farewell to his wonderful readers with an article on how Stanford was founded on altruism, and how modern science is providing more and more reasons to live an altruistic life. Read More »
Strangely Charming: Lies, Damn Lies, and Statistics Jack Cackler May 26, 2010 3 Comments Jack Cackler explores the idea, to paraphrase Uncle Ben Parker, that with great statistical power comes great responsibility (and minimal Type II error). Read More »
Strangely Charming: The Final Frontier Jack Cackler May 19, 2010 1 Comment Space Exploration: a testament to the ingenuity and tireless efforts of some of the world's best scientists. Read More »
Strangely Charming: Dactylic Hexameter Jack Cackler May 12, 2010 2 Comments The development of modern poetry through the centuries has very closely mirrored the development of modern science. Read More »
Strangely Charming: Kill Baby Krill Jack Cackler May 5, 2010 1 Comment Is offshore drilling worth the risks? Read More »
Strangely Charming: The Science of Laughter Jack Cackler April 28, 2010 0 Comments Jack Cackler explores recent developments in the science behind how laughter affects the body, and hopes you find the article humerus. Read More »
Strangely Charming: Beam Me Up, Scotty Jack Cackler April 21, 2010 0 Comments Jack Cackler explores the modern research in teleportation, and its implications for the future. Read More »
Strangely Charming: Tree-ness Envy Jack Cackler April 14, 2010 6 Comments Jack Cackler responds to outrageous claims from Harvard Crimson columnist Lea Hachigian that poor weather provides a positive atmosphere for academic performance. Read More »
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