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And the Oscar goes to…

June 26, 2022 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 3 Comments

Would papers – or research projects, even – benefit from copying the arts in having an official producer, director, technical director, and starring cast?

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A (peer) review of the market

May 18, 2022May 19, 2022 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 1 Comment
Rembrandt, “The anatomy lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp”

Would a shop window for reviewers improve the inclusivity and efficiency of peer review? 

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Live and let die

September 12, 2021 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 3 Comments

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Vincenzo Camuccini “La morte di Cesare”

An aversion to asking tough questions in the here and now can lead to a messier and more painful outcome in the future. Continue reading →

Bolton’s book and Goodhart’s law

July 5, 2020 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 1 Comment

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Artwork by Aparna Baxi.

Donald Trump’s obsession with re-election illustrates the problems caused by metrics becoming targets. Continue reading →

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