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I know you are all probably familiar with the IgNoble Prize, and are looking forward to the latest set that will be awarded in Sept 2019. In appreciation and anticipation, however, I want to highlight a few of the 2018 winners. They will brighten your day. Thread:
These researchers measured the extent to which human saliva is a good cleaning agent for dirty surfaces. On behalf of parents everywhere, we thank you. tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.117…
You may have suspected that most people who use complicated products do not read the instruction manual - but it is now conclusively proven to be a fact. academic.oup.com/iwc/article/28…
When it comes to climate solutions, diet is a big part of the conversation. But did you know that this study showed that a human-cannibalism diet is significantly lower than the caloric intake from most other traditional meat diets?!? nature.com/articles/srep4…
And last but not least, the question we all wanted answered: is it effective for employees to use Voodoo dolls to retaliate against abusive bosses?!? sciencedirect.com/science/articl…
Here is the full list of awards if you want more! improbable.com/ig/winners/
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