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.

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A new study shows how reciprocal generosity can benefit you.
A classic experiment gets an update that contradicts key assumptions of quantum mechanics.
Research calls into question the separation of church and state in the United States.
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The exploding popularity of the keto diet puts a less used veggie into the spotlight.