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”
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 …
Read More »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. …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Complex world – 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. …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Why your Android TV apps will soon take up less storage space
Google has announced a change to Android TV and Google TV that will ensure apps take up significantly less storage. Phil Schwartz “Food expert. Unapologetic bacon maven. Beer enthusiast. Pop cultureaholic. General travel scholar. Total internet buff.”
Read More »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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