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Along with short papers, there are short titles. I. I. Rabi tried to get a paper published in a German journal with a one-word title: "Molekularstrahlenablenkungsmethode" The journal turned it down. https://www.aip.org/history-programs/niels-bohr-library/oral...
Hmm. I'm wondering how the short lengths of these papers might cause them to have lower information-theoretic entropy than the (in)famous "chicken" talk[1]? [1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yL_-1d9OSdk
We should note, however, that that work was disproven in 2019. As it turns out: Not chicken.
so... egg?
https://dosequis.colorado.edu/Courses/MethodsLogic/papers/Wa...
Can someone explain the n^2 + 2 triangles paper?
The paper presents a geometric problem centered on equilateral triangles. The key question is whether it's possible to use \( n^2 + 1 \) small equilateral triangles (each with side length of one unit) to cover a larger equilateral triangle that has a side length just slightly more than \( n \) (specifically, \( n + ε \), where \( ε \) is a small positive value).
The two figures provided illustrate possible arrangements of the smaller triangles within the larger one:
1. *Figure 1*: This demonstrates that \( n^2 + 2 \) small triangles can cover an equilateral triangle whose side is \( 1 + ε \). It's evident that the small triangles fit neatly inside the larger triangle.
2. *Figure 2*: This shows a different configuration where the large triangle has a side length of \( 1 - ε \). It seems to suggest that with just one fewer triangle (i.e., \( n^2 \)), the tiling is not possible for a triangle of side length \( 1 + ε \), but it may be for \( 1 - ε \).
The paper, although succinct, poses an intriguing tiling problem in geometry. The authors likely aim to stimulate thought and discussion on this particular geometric configuration and challenge readers to consider the conditions under which such tiling is feasible. Given the brevity, the paper might be a problem statement or a brief note, rather than a full research paper with exhaustive proofs.
Not getting a paper published is par for the course, but having to retake your bachelor examination is quite the hassle. The risk and associated bragging rights seemed quite big.
When I saw this paper about “Royalactin” in Nature [1], it was fascinating subject matter for one but I was impressed that it was a single author non theoretical original research article in a high impact journal. I thought it was baller. Have been trying to search for anything similar published in recent times and have come across empty. I feel it’s emblematic how impossible it is to make any great biology breakthro…
As a rule, when trying to convey information, I try to write and speak plainly. I try to avoid jargon. I have found many academic papers in the faux sciences to be extremely dense and full of terms that are only known to the priests of that arcane subject (still subsidized by taxes as if the result is a common good). If you have a point, say it. There is no need to write in legalese. When I see supposed research writ…
My high school math teacher told as about how students at his university competed for the shortest bachelor paper. Not getting a paper published is par for the course, but having to retake your bachelor examination is quite the hassle. The risk and associated bragging rights seemed quite big.