Paul Ratner

Paul Ratner

Contributing Writer

Paul is a writer, filmmaker, and educator. He has written for years for Big Think and other outlets on transformative scientific research, history, and current events. His award-winning films like the true-life adventure "Moses on the Mesa" and the science documentary "The Caveman of Atomic City" have played at film festivals around the world. Paul also organizes numerous unique educational events, renowned film festivals, and competitions for thousands of people. He has degrees from Cornell University (BA) and Chapman University (MFA). You can follow Paul's work at paulratnerimagines.com, on Instagram, and Facebook.

New research produces surprising results about which animals are the smartest.
A small animal shuts down CERN's Large Hadron Collider, the world's largest scientific instrument, right before an experiment to detect new particles.
Researchers estimate how many humans have ever lived.
Spanish scientists utilize a revolutionary new technique to create sperm from skin in a potential cure for infertility.
Brief bursts of intense exercise give the same health benefits as a long moderate workout.  
A new study finds that spanking is ineffective and leads to a host of psychological and cognitive issues when children grow up.
The decision to replace Andrew Jackson on the $20 brought up an opportunity to feature historical Native American leaders on U.S. currency.