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Scientists still use Diederik Stapel | Science

Scientists still use Diederik Stapel |  Science

The studies in which Diederik Stapel committed fraud are still mentioned years later in new scientific studies. who reports by Volkskrant Friday. Ten years ago it became known that Stapel was cheating with search results. The professor of social psychology has done this in dozens of studies. For example, his research allegedly showed that people who eat meat are more …

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“Shame delivery? The abundance of vans is not due to online shopping”

“Shame delivery? The abundance of vans is not due to online shopping”

It is true that residential areas of Amsterdam are filling up with delivery vans.ImageGetty Images Amsterdam councilors led by Elisabeth IJmker (GroenLinks) are calling for a motion for an Amsterdam lobby for a delivery charge for consumers who occasionally get parcels delivered. This happens on average once a week in a Dutch household. We need to have “delivery shame”. Delivery …

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Adema: agriculture should not ‘cling to the latest mem’ when sharing space

Adema: agriculture should not 'cling to the latest mem' when sharing space

However, Adema does not want to go so far as to give agricultural land a protection status comparable to that of nature. No farmland for housing At the Agractie meeting in Zwartsluis, Adema also said on Wednesday evening that farmers should not get carried away with the fact that the government is looking for agricultural land to build houses on. …

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Do you need a permit for a skylight?

Do you need a permit for a skylight?

Thinking of installing a skylight? With a skylight, you bring extra light and air into a room, so you can easily turn a dark, stuffy space like an attic into a bedroom for work, recreation, or kids. The installation of a skylight is part of the modification of a dwelling. Sometimes a permit from the municipality is required. Before you …

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Complex world – NRC

Arbitrary criterion - NRC

Liesje Schreuders fumes in her opinion piece (11/22) against Minister Robbert Dijkgraaf’s (OCW, D66) idea of ​​bringing science closer to people through communication. She constantly talks about “communication”, as if there is a unique interpretation of this concept. Communication is a kaleidoscopic field that can be studied and described from many angles, sometimes leading to irreconcilable linguistic and cultural differences. …

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Food remains in Iraqi caves show Neanderthals were foodies | Science

Food remains in Iraqi caves show Neanderthals were foodies |  Science

For a long time, we thought Neanderthals survived on a diet of berries and meat. But researchers at John Moores University have found charred remains of what appears to be the world’s oldest cooked dish. These were excavated in a cave complex in northern Iraq. The results show that Neanderthals prepared complex meals and may have been foodies. They used …

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Walls have a major impact on the appearance of spaces – Bouw Magazine

Walls have a major impact on the appearance of spaces - Bouw Magazine

When designing the architecture of a home, consider the impact of walls on the appearance of spaces. Think of the difference between a wall with and without a window. Rooms with a relatively large amount of natural light will generally appear larger than rooms without windows in the wall. When choosing a wall with window, you can choose between separate …

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Column | The science behind self-hypnosis

Column |  The science behind self-hypnosis

Can one also be an atheist as a pastor? Is it credible to open a butcher shop as a vegetarian? And: how bad is it when you, as the boss of a popular science magazine, spend your free time alternative facts proclaim? Last week, the monthly magazine’s acting editor came out Quest, content director Lyn Kuyper, is also active as …

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Vileda presents a new Swep floor concept

Vileda presents a new Swep floor concept

Swep is the microfibre concept for the floors of the cleaning professional. With products in the Swep range, a cleanser cleans using the pre-prepared method. Mops are pre-moistened and exchanged per room. This way you use a fresh and clean mop in every room. Very hygienic, especially in combination with the Swep mop holder which makes hand contact with the …

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