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So much! Granted you can learn most anything on your own, the facility and opportunity of a structured and well funded Biology BS program allows one to learn practical lab, computational, and theoretical skills that an English BA will not provide.
August 11, 2023 at 9:23 PM
So much! Granted you can learn most anything on your own, the facility and opportunity of a structured and well funded Biology BS program allows one to learn practical lab, computational, and theoretical skills that an English BA will not provide.
If you liked reading about Alan Turing's impact on our world, and other great papers that can inspire our future beyond earth, please follow for more #AstrolotlJournalClub and even share your own takes on the #GreatestPapers of #ScienceHistory
August 10, 2023 at 5:34 AM
If you liked reading about Alan Turing's impact on our world, and other great papers that can inspire our future beyond earth, please follow for more #AstrolotlJournalClub and even share your own takes on the #GreatestPapers of #ScienceHistory
Turing's visionary paper didn't just solve a mathematical problem; it unveiled a world of infinite possibility, where the boundaries of computation are defined only by our imagination.
August 10, 2023 at 5:32 AM
Turing's visionary paper didn't just solve a mathematical problem; it unveiled a world of infinite possibility, where the boundaries of computation are defined only by our imagination.
From our modern perspective, Turing's work might seem almost self-evident, but it was revolutionary in 1936. His insights bridged the gap between abstract mathematics and practical computation, setting the stage for everything from the development of early computers to the #WorldWideWeb.
August 10, 2023 at 5:31 AM
From our modern perspective, Turing's work might seem almost self-evident, but it was revolutionary in 1936. His insights bridged the gap between abstract mathematics and practical computation, setting the stage for everything from the development of early computers to the #WorldWideWeb.
But Turing's universal machine was more than a theoretical construct; it laid the foundation for the concept of an algorithm. The Turing machine became a model for how computers process information, leading to the realization that anything computable can be computed by a universal machine.
August 10, 2023 at 5:29 AM
But Turing's universal machine was more than a theoretical construct; it laid the foundation for the concept of an algorithm. The Turing machine became a model for how computers process information, leading to the realization that anything computable can be computed by a universal machine.
The paper didn't merely present a novel idea; it addressed a fundamental question in #mathematics known as the Entscheidungsproblem, or decision problem. Turing demonstrated that some mathematical problems are undecidable, or cannot be solved by any #algorithm.
August 10, 2023 at 5:23 AM
The paper didn't merely present a novel idea; it addressed a fundamental question in #mathematics known as the Entscheidungsproblem, or decision problem. Turing demonstrated that some mathematical problems are undecidable, or cannot be solved by any #algorithm.
This 'machine' consisted of a tape divided into squares, a head that could read and write symbols, & a set of rules to guide its operation. Though simple in design, Turing's machine could simulate any other machine, perform any computation, & even mimic human thought to solve mathematical problems.
August 10, 2023 at 5:18 AM
This 'machine' consisted of a tape divided into squares, a head that could read and write symbols, & a set of rules to guide its operation. Though simple in design, Turing's machine could simulate any other machine, perform any computation, & even mimic human thought to solve mathematical problems.
Turing's idea was both abstract and brilliant. He conceived of a theoretical device, capable of performing any calculation that could be described by simple instructions written on paper. If you could write it, it could do it!
August 10, 2023 at 5:17 AM
Turing's idea was both abstract and brilliant. He conceived of a theoretical device, capable of performing any calculation that could be described by simple instructions written on paper. If you could write it, it could do it!
The year was 1936, and a young British #mathematician named Alan Turing was about to alter the course of technology forever. In his #groundbreaking paper "On Computable Numbers, with an Application to the Entscheidungsproblem," Turing introduces us to the Turing machine.
August 10, 2023 at 5:15 AM
The year was 1936, and a young British #mathematician named Alan Turing was about to alter the course of technology forever. In his #groundbreaking paper "On Computable Numbers, with an Application to the Entscheidungsproblem," Turing introduces us to the Turing machine.
Sam Kean if you’re into neuroscience!
July 31, 2023 at 5:02 AM
Sam Kean if you’re into neuroscience!
Explore Einstein's revolutionary theory of special relativity! 🌌 Its mind-bending concepts continue to shape modern physics and our understanding of the universe. 🌠 Don't forget to follow me for more #AstrolotlJournalClub @astrolotl.bsky.social 🧪
July 15, 2023 at 10:23 PM
Explore Einstein's revolutionary theory of special relativity! 🌌 Its mind-bending concepts continue to shape modern physics and our understanding of the universe. 🌠 Don't forget to follow me for more #AstrolotlJournalClub @astrolotl.bsky.social 🧪
E=mc²: The iconic equation that changed our understanding of energy and mass forever! ⚡️ Energy (E) is equal to mass (m) times the speed of light (c) squared. Mass and energy are interchangeable! #MassEnergyEquivalence #IconicEquation (of course those transformations are lossy & increase #entropy)
July 15, 2023 at 10:21 PM
E=mc²: The iconic equation that changed our understanding of energy and mass forever! ⚡️ Energy (E) is equal to mass (m) times the speed of light (c) squared. Mass and energy are interchangeable! #MassEnergyEquivalence #IconicEquation (of course those transformations are lossy & increase #entropy)
Lorentz Transformations: Switching frames of reference? Use Lorentz transformations! 🔄 Einstein's equations relate coordinates and times between different observers, accounting for relativistic effects. #LorentzTransformations #SpecialRelativity
July 15, 2023 at 10:20 PM
Lorentz Transformations: Switching frames of reference? Use Lorentz transformations! 🔄 Einstein's equations relate coordinates and times between different observers, accounting for relativistic effects. #LorentzTransformations #SpecialRelativity
Relativity of Simultaneity: Simultaneous events aren't always the same for all observers! ⚛️ Einstein's special relativity introduces the idea that simultaneity is relative to your frame of reference. #TimeIsRelative #SpecialRelativity
July 15, 2023 at 10:20 PM
Relativity of Simultaneity: Simultaneous events aren't always the same for all observers! ⚛️ Einstein's special relativity introduces the idea that simultaneity is relative to your frame of reference. #TimeIsRelative #SpecialRelativity
Length Contraction: Lengths are relative too! When objects move at high speeds, they appear shorter to observers. 📏 Einstein's equation for length contraction: L' = L √(1 - v^2/c^2) #SpecialRelativity #LengthContraction
July 15, 2023 at 10:19 PM
Length Contraction: Lengths are relative too! When objects move at high speeds, they appear shorter to observers. 📏 Einstein's equation for length contraction: L' = L √(1 - v^2/c^2) #SpecialRelativity #LengthContraction
Time Dilation: In Einstein's theory of special relativity, time is relative! ⏱️ The time dilation factor (γ) shows that time slows down for objects moving close to the speed of light. 🚀 #Einstein #SpecialRelativity #TimeDilation
July 15, 2023 at 10:19 PM
Time Dilation: In Einstein's theory of special relativity, time is relative! ⏱️ The time dilation factor (γ) shows that time slows down for objects moving close to the speed of light. 🚀 #Einstein #SpecialRelativity #TimeDilation
Initially met with skepticism, the growing evidence strengthened support for Einstein's #ideas which would become mainstays of #ModernPhysics. They shattered the existing paradigm, ushering in a new, elegant #universe woven with relativity. #ScientificRevolution
July 15, 2023 at 10:16 PM
Initially met with skepticism, the growing evidence strengthened support for Einstein's #ideas which would become mainstays of #ModernPhysics. They shattered the existing paradigm, ushering in a new, elegant #universe woven with relativity. #ScientificRevolution
Einstein's audacious postulate challenged centuries of accepted wisdom, replacing absolute entities with a #cosmos that was strange, fluid, and relative, setting the stage for a new chapter in #TheoreticalPhysics where time dilates, space contracts, governed by the equivalence of mass & energy E=mc²
July 15, 2023 at 10:14 PM
Einstein's audacious postulate challenged centuries of accepted wisdom, replacing absolute entities with a #cosmos that was strange, fluid, and relative, setting the stage for a new chapter in #TheoreticalPhysics where time dilates, space contracts, governed by the equivalence of mass & energy E=mc²
In 1905, a young physicist, Albert #Einstein, penned a seminal paper that would redefine our perception of reality. "On the Electrodynamics of Moving Bodies" introduced the world to the special theory of #relativity, merging space with time and declaring the speed of light as a universal constant.
July 15, 2023 at 10:12 PM
In 1905, a young physicist, Albert #Einstein, penned a seminal paper that would redefine our perception of reality. "On the Electrodynamics of Moving Bodies" introduced the world to the special theory of #relativity, merging space with time and declaring the speed of light as a universal constant.
🧪 If you are enjoying #AstrolotlJournalClub follow me for more of history's greatest scientific papers. Astrolotl is a portmanteau of astro and axolotl, merging concepts of space exploration and the biological engineering required to enable it (if you're curious, google #AxolotlResearch!) #SciEd
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July 14, 2023 at 11:52 PM
🧪 If you are enjoying #AstrolotlJournalClub follow me for more of history's greatest scientific papers. Astrolotl is a portmanteau of astro and axolotl, merging concepts of space exploration and the biological engineering required to enable it (if you're curious, google #AxolotlResearch!) #SciEd
The concept's legacy is evident in the wide range of synthetic biology applications today. From #biosensors to biological #ControlSystems , their genetic toggle switch concept has become a staple, enabling the programming of cellular behavior and laid the foundation for countless new technologies!
July 14, 2023 at 11:48 PM
The concept's legacy is evident in the wide range of synthetic biology applications today. From #biosensors to biological #ControlSystems , their genetic toggle switch concept has become a staple, enabling the programming of cellular behavior and laid the foundation for countless new technologies!
Their seminal work represented a #ParadigmShift, opening the doors to #SyntheticBiology—a discipline that combines engineering principles with the complexities of #Biology. It allowed for the synthesis, modification, and control of life itself, revolutionizing the field.
July 14, 2023 at 11:46 PM
Their seminal work represented a #ParadigmShift, opening the doors to #SyntheticBiology—a discipline that combines engineering principles with the complexities of #Biology. It allowed for the synthesis, modification, and control of life itself, revolutionizing the field.
The group essentially transformed E. coli into a microscopic data storage device, showing that biological systems could be reprogrammed and controlled. This work showcased the potential for #BiologicalEngineering to mimic electronic devices, bridging the gap between #biology and #engineering.
July 14, 2023 at 11:45 PM
The group essentially transformed E. coli into a microscopic data storage device, showing that biological systems could be reprogrammed and controlled. This work showcased the potential for #BiologicalEngineering to mimic electronic devices, bridging the gap between #biology and #engineering.