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Simon Makin

Deptford, United States

Freelance Science Journalist at Freelance

Freelance science journalist specialising in neuroscience, psychology, and mental health. Writes about brains.

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  • 3 weeks ago | livescience.com | Simon Makin

    In 1785 English philosopher Jeremy Bentham designed the perfect prison: Cells circle a tower from which an unseen guard can observe any inmate at will. As far as a prisoner knows, at any given time, the guard may be watching — or may not be. Inmates have to assume they're constantly observed and behave accordingly. Welcome to the Panopticon. Many of us will recognize this feeling of relentless surveillance.

  • 3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Simon Makin

    When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Andriano_cz via Getty ImagesIn 1785 English philosopher Jeremy Bentham designed the perfect prison: Cells circle a tower from which an unseen guard can observe any inmate at will. As far as a prisoner knows, at any given time, the guard may be watching — or may not be. Inmates have to assume they're constantly observed and behave accordingly. Welcome to the Panopticon.

  • 1 month ago | scientificamerican.com | Simon Makin

    In 1785 English philosopher Jeremy Bentham designed the perfect prison: Cells circle a tower from which an unseen guard can observe any inmate at will. As far as a prisoner knows, at any given time, the guard may be watching—or may not be. Inmates have to assume they’re constantly observed and behave accordingly. Welcome to the Panopticon. Many of us will recognize this feeling of relentless surveillance.

  • 1 month ago | snexplores.org | Simon Makin

    chemical: A substance formed from two or more atoms that unite (bond) in a fixed proportion and structure. For example, water is a chemical made when two hydrogen atoms bond to one oxygen atom. Its chemical formula is H2O. Chemical also can be an adjective to describe properties of materials that are the result of various reactions between different compounds. edible: Something that can be eaten safely.

  • 2 months ago | spektrum.de | Simon Makin

    Maschinelle Übersetzung Lesedauer ca. 2 Minuten DruckenTeilen Nickerchen: Ohne Schlaf zur besseren LeistungEin »künstliches Nickerchen« könnte die gleiche Wirkung auf das Gehirn haben wie Schlafen. Forschende zeigen, dass auch eine elektrische Stimulation die Kognition verbessert. Exklusive Übersetzung ausEin Nickerchen verbessert unsere Gedächtnisleistung, unsere Lernfähigkeit und die Wahrnehmung. Doch was wäre, wenn wir all diese Vorteile genießen könnten, ohne tatsächlich geschlafen zu haben?

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