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Arvid Kappas

@arvidkappas.bsky.social
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Emotion scientist and professor of psychology with a particular interest in social robotics and human-robot interaction. Pop-culture nerd. Sci-Fi fan. Trekkie. Owner of guitars.

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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
We are in a bad sci-fi film. They always say sequels are not as good as the original. Well, I thought Terminator 2 was better than the first film. Now we are in which sequel of Terminator?
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Anthropic C.E.O. Dario Amodei Calls for A.I. Slowdown
In an essay, the head of Anthropic laid out the rapidly advancing capabilities of artificial intelligence and said there needed to be greater safety controls across the industry.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
The EU funded EMOTE project developed an intelligent tutor with certain social skills. Part of the research dealt with how teachers can and should be involved. The article below describes apparently a case of how not to do it. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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‘Really inappropriate’: teachers decry plan for humanoid robot in New York high school
Robot from company that acquired sex doll maker to be introduced in school with large Native American population
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Natalie Christie Peluso 🧠 @nataliepeluso.com · 14/07/2026
Stunning evening last night at the @isreorg.bsky.social conference dinner at Brisbane's Customs House. (Lucky me sitting with the wonderful @arvidkappas.bsky.social & @nicolenelson.bsky.social - together with our table friends we managed 2nd prize for the after-dinner trivia 🤗) #ISRE2026
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Natalie Christie Peluso 🧠 @nataliepeluso.com · 11/07/2026
Technology and Emotions Pre-Conference at #ISRE2026 was huge fun - led by @arvidkappas.bsky.social & @socialneuro.bsky.social we discussed research priorities for a world shaped increasingly by AI @isreorg.bsky.social
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Our new paper associated with Kristina Nikolovska's PhD research: www.frontiersin.org/journals/rob...
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Frontiers | The implications of robot navigation in social space: perceptual effects of socially aware and baseline navigation
IntroductionRobot navigation in shared environments may influence how robots are socially interpreted by nearby users, beyond its purely functional role in t...
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
#Fender, protecting IP is important. But the way you are going about this is undoing years of trying to create a particular image. It will not stand in court and it will do serious damage to the brand. bsky.app/profile/euro...
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Reading that several German parties are leaving X, with good reasons but noticed somehow they are not spilling the beans where they are heading. Hello? #WirVerlassenX Moving as individuals is easy. Moving networks of individuals is a challenge. Maybe someone figures out a simple tech solution
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Today's post on my blog featuring some content from @anthropic.com on emotions in LLMs #appraisaltheory #emotions #emotionresearch arvidkappas.com/the-emotiona...
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The emotional ghost in the machine | Arvid Kappas
Anthropic is presenting a video that focuses on how they aim to disentangle
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
We are editing a special issue in the International Journal of Social Robotics (SORO). If you are interested, you can find the call for papers here. Deadline: 20 September 2026 Ruud Hortensius, Arvid Kappas, Astrid Rosenthal-von der Pütten, Eric Vanman, & Eva Wiese link.springer.com/collections/...
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The future of psychology and robotics
We no longer need to start our articles with “robots are increasingly entering every facet of society”; today, one could say that interactions with robots or ...
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
A truly multi-disciplinary panel of key note speakers has been announced for ISRE2026 in Brisbane 11-14 July, 2026: Christian von Scheve, Kate Rossmanith, and Ronnie de Sousa. There is still time to submit a paper or symposium at www.isre2026.org Deadline is Nov 21st. Exciting city!
Skyline of Brisbane, Australia in the evening, as the sun is setting. Taken in September 2025 (c) Kappas
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Society for Psychophysiological Research (SPR) @therealspr.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Stop by the SPR Video Booth (In front of the Elevators, 8th Floor) to film a 60–90 second spotlight on your research. Open to all attendees! #2025SPR
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
A life well lived. R.I.P. Jane Goodall
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Renowned conservationist Jane Goodall dies aged 91
The conservationist was renowned for her groundbreaking chimpanzee field research and globe-spanning environmental advocacy.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Looking forward to our symposium on "We still need to know more about how emotions and social context interact in driving facial activity" at next week's CERE in Grenoble
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Parallel Session 6: T4 – CERE2025 - 10th Conference of the Consortium of European Research on Emotion
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Hope for Nao and Pepper robots on the horizon.
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RobotLAB pledges ‘zero disruption’ to servicing Aldebaran robots despite liquidation of business
With the recent news that French robotics pioneer Aldebaran, the original creator of the NAO and Pepper robots, has entered judicial liquidation, RobotLAB is stepping forward to provide clarity, co…
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/13/t... meltdown - thanks ChatGPT!!!chatgpt-ai-chatbots-conspiracies.html?unlocked_article_code=1.O08.KIMq.jr8ol0K49bEg&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare
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They Asked an A.I. Chatbot Questions. The Answers Sent Them Spiraling.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
Good night sweet Boy! Brian Wilson dead at 82. www.theguardian.com/music/2025/j...
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Brian Wilson, visionary creative spirit for the Beach Boys, dies aged 82
Musician, who suffered from mental health problems, wrote and produced the 1966 album Pet Sounds – seen by many as the greatest album of all time
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Dance to the music! #sly #slyandthefamilystone #dancetothemusic www.nytimes.com/2025/06/09/a...
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Sly Stone, Maestro of a Multifaceted, Hitmaking Band, Dies at 82
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
The passing of #BillAtkinson triggers fond memories of the early days of the #Apple #Macintosh - I still miss #Hypercard - these were days of discovery - right on your desk www.nytimes.com/2025/06/07/t...
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Bill Atkinson, Who Made Computers Easier to Use, Is Dead at 74
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
It is game over for Aldebaran, maker of social robots. After a period of being insolvent, a French court yesterday closed the doors of the struggling company. My lab, like dozens of others, depends on Nao and Pepper for research. #socialrobots #aldebaran #robotics www.frenchweb.fr/aldebaran-li...
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Aldebaran, liquidation d’une icône de la Frenchtech, que valent encore ses actifs ?
Symbole de la robotique française, la société a été placée en liquidation judiciaire le 2 juin. Les actifs, largement dépréciés, témoignent d’un
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
Go out and catch some live music! theconversation.com/6-ways-live-...
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6 ways live music could help combat the loneliness epidemic
A new research review shows live music isn’t just entertainment — it’s a proven way to boost feelings of belonging and community.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
Is reading over? Are professors' worries expressing a romantic desire for an outmoded activity?
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The Reading Struggle Meets AI
The crisis has worsened, many professors say. Is it time to think differently?
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
I just received word that Ellen Berscheid passed away last Thursday. Her work, with Elaine Hatfield, greatly impacted how we understand love today. RIP en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ellen_S...
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Ellen S. Berscheid - Wikipedia
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
Hot off the press: Laban, G., Morrison, V., Kappas, A. et al. Coping with Emotional Distress via Self-Disclosure to Robots: An Intervention with Caregivers. Int J of Soc Robotics (2025). doi.org/10.1007/s123... link.springer.com/article/10.1...
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Coping with Emotional Distress via Self-Disclosure to Robots: An Intervention with Caregivers - International Journal of Social Robotics
People often engage in self-disclosure and social sharing when trying to cope with emotional distress. This study introduces a novel long-term intervention designed to help informal caregivers cope wi...
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
No wonder we can use Bad as a synonym for impressive Gerben van Kleef argues that transgressive acts by leaders find support not despite the norm violation but because of it. #socialpsychology #toxicleaders #500poundgorilla www.linkedin.com/posts/gerben...
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Understanding (and counteracting) the appeal of transgressive leaders | Gerben van Kleef
Transgressive leaders appear to enjoy growing popularity across the globe. Why is this so? Synthesizing recent evidence, I propose that (i) such leaders are appealing not despite their transgressive b...
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
And the #hallucinations do not go away #AI #chatbots #Tech www.nytimes.com/2025/05/05/t...
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A.I. Is Getting More Powerful, but Its Hallucinations Are Getting Worse
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Europe and the US a story of two approaches to trains www.nytimes.com/2025/05/18/o...
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Opinion | Europe Built Trains. America Built Highways and Regret.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Perhaps of interest to you. Posters still being accepted. kognitywistyka.org.pl/2025/05/03/p...
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Perspectives on Child Development: Social Learning and Interaction. Call for Posters – Kognitywistyka w Polsce
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 17/05/2025
www.theatlantic.com/magazine/arc... the world is not black and white.
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The Mother Who Never Stopped Believing Her Son Was Still There
For decades, Eve Baer remained convinced that her son, unresponsive after a severe brain injury, was still conscious. Science eventually proved her right.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
Bruce Springsteen's Trump Takedown Is Going Super Viral www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/bruce...
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Bruce Springsteen's Message To Donald Trump Is Going Mega Viral
Yeah, he's not a fan.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
www.podbean.com/ep/pb-4wckm-...
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Why Do Emotions Hijack Our Decisions? The Neuroscience of Impulsivity
Why do some people struggle to control their actions when emotions run high? What happens in the brain when impulsive decisions take over? Why do some brains lose control under high arousal, while oth...
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Our paper was the top downloaded article in the International Journal of Social Robotics in 2024. Building Long-Term Human–Robot Relationships: Examining Disclosure, Perception and Well-Being Across Time. Guy Laban, Arvid Kappas, Val Morrison & Emily S. Cross link.springer.com/article/10.1...
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
*sigh* www.theguardian.com/music/2025/a...
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Clem Burke, Blondie’s drummer and ‘heartbeat’, dies aged 70
Debbie Harry and Chris Stein, founding members of the new wave hitmakers, pay tribute to their late bandmate
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
I guess there will be more conferences elsewhere then. Another brick in the wall. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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French scientist denied US entry after phone messages critical of Trump found
France’s research minister said the scientist was traveling to Houston for a conference when his phone was searched
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Leuven in Belgium demonstrates urban #sustainability. Fantastic. Guardian article #circulareconomy www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
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‘It’s beautiful, don’t you think?’ The urban miners unearthing treasure in Belgium’s homes and garages
As the historic town of Leuven strives to become carbon neutral, it is transforming how its building are made – and demolished. Are there lessons for the rest of the world?
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
What kind of people do we want to be? What kind of world do you want to live in? www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
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Opinion | Musk Said No One Has Died Since Aid Was Cut. That Isn’t True. (Gift Article)
A journey through the front lines of global poverty shows that when the world’s richest men slash aid for the world’s poorest children, the result is sickness, starvation and death.
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Association for Psychological Science @psychscience.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Many psychological scientists are now calling for a “heterogeneity revolution,” focused on uncovering individual and contextual differences in experimental outcomes.
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When One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Many psychological scientists are now calling for a “heterogeneity revolution,” focused on uncovering individual and contextual differences in experimental outcomes.
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 14/03/2025
From @theathletic.bsky.social: Ted Lasso, the comedy series following an American soccer coach at a fictional English Premier League club, will return for a fourth season. “Ted’s coaching a women’s team.” nyti.ms/4iSspnq
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Ted Lasso to return for Season 4: ‘Ted’s coaching a women’s team’
Apple TV+ has confirmed Jason Sudeikis will reprise his role as Coach Lasso in the Emmy award-winning show.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
I just learned about the insolvency of Aldebaran Robotics, producers of Pepper and Nao - the backbone of social robotics research. This is terrible news for the colleagues at #aldebaranrobotics and for #socialrobotics at large. Will smart and affordable social robots go the way of the flying car?
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No more Nao and Pepper robots? Aldebaran Robotics insolvent
The manufacturer of the humanoid robots Nao and Pepper, Aldebaran Robotics, has slipped into insolvency. Whether and how it will continue is largely unclear.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Apparently, democracy not only dies in the dark, but in broad daylight www.nytimes.com/2025/03/06/u...
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‘People Are Going Silent’: Fearing Retribution, Trump Critics Muzzle Themselves (Gift Article)
People say they are intimidated by online attacks from the president, concerned about harm to their businesses or worried about the safety of their families.
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Jay Van Bavel, PhD @jayvanbavel.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Defunding the world’s leading scientific community is akin to a performing a prefrontal lobotomy on the nation—you are effectively severing the connections between the most innovative ideas and its citizens. Cutting support for science harms everyone! www.powerofusnewsletter.com/p/a-national...
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A National Prefrontal Lobotomy: The Costs of Cutting the Social Sciences
Issue 158: The long-term impacts of funding cuts threaten "social science for a safer world"
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 28/02/2025
Canada isn’t known for making a fuss, with niceness essentially part of its national brand. But President Trump's threats to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian exports and to annex the country have set off cascades of fury, leading many Canadians to shun American products and abandon trips to the U.S.
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How Canadians Are Directing Their Ire at the U.S. Over Trump’s Tariffs
Canadians are shunning American products and abandoning trips to the United States to protest the economic punishment President Trump has threatened to impose with tariffs.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
R.I.P. David Johansen! A true Punk pioneer!
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David Johansen, New York Dolls Frontman and Punk Pioneer, Dead at 75
David Johansen, frontman for the New York Dolls and the last surviving original member of that pioneering punk band, has died at the age of 75.
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Nautilus Magazine @nautil.us · 28/02/2025
Play is so important that nature invented it long before it invented us. Almost all young mammals play, as do birds like parrots and crows. 🧪
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Why It Pays to Play Around
Play is so important that nature invented it long before it invented us.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Real world Fahrenheit 451. They don’t want books. They don’t want knowledge. But who is going to heal the sick? Who is going to build the bridges? Magic?
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Opinion | Trump Wants to Destroy All Academia, Not Just the Woke Parts
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Association for Psychological Science @psychscience.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
How might teachers of #psychology respond to allegations that their subject undermines conservative values? David Myers has some thoughts. #Teaching #AcademicSky
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Is the Teaching of Psychology Liberal or Conservative? Yes! (But Mostly It’s Neither)
How might teachers of psychology respond to allegations that their subject undermines conservative values? David Myers has some thoughts.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
This is all very scary. Was enlightenment really just a blip?
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The Rise (and Fall?) of the National Science Foundation
In the ’50s, America declared science an “endless frontier.” We may be reaching the end of it.
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
R.I.P. Roberta Flack.
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 18/02/2025
Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, dies at 69 after short illness
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Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, dies at 69 after short illness
The musician’s family said he ‘passed away peacefully on Monday evening in Woking’ with them around him Rick Buckler, the drummer of the rock group The Jam, has died aged 69 after a short illness. In a statement, his family said Buckley “passed away…
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Arvid Kappas @arvidkappas.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
R.I.P. Eleanor Maguire. Read about her fascinating research on the neuroscience of memory. And yes - practice can make your brain grow, apparently.
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Eleanor Maguire, Memory Expert Who Studied London Cabbies, Dies at 54 (Gift Article)
By watching the brain process information, she discovered that a specific region plays a key role in spatial navigation — and that it can be strengthened like a muscle.
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