Bottlenecks 2024: Reading Materials
The reading materials sent to participants of Bottlenecks 2024, held in Los Angeles on the topic of Revolutionary Science. This PDF collects together 4 reports; (1) Introduction to Quantum Biology, (2) A Concise Overview of Wolfram's Research, (3) Summary of Leverage Introspection Research, and (4) A Summary of Samo Burja Thought.
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A Concise Overview of Wolfram’s Research
Stephen Wolfram's research has important implications for both science and philosophy. Start here for an introduction covering the central findings, applications in fields from biology to physics, and a treatment of some of the objections raised to his work.
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Easter Bunnies and Early Stage Science: Initial Report
A preliminary investigation into Easter Bunnies and related phenomena (EBR). Includes contributions from Leverage's history of science research, introspective research, and bottlenecks studies. Published on April 1st for non-coincidental reasons.
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What the History of Electricity Can Teach Us About Science
As the scientific enterprise struggles, some people look to metascience as the way forward. Science about science needs data, and that data is contained in the history of science. Lessons from successful science, such as the study of electricity, can help us understand science better and do better science today.
Progress Report: Bottleneck Events
After three years of Bottlenecks workshops, we took stock and thought about what we had learned. This Progress Report includes lessons for event organizers, especially those who want to craft events to help people think. One key takeaway: great locations can be really valuable.
