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 links one of the world's most popular painkillers to an increase in autism spectrum and hyperactivity symptoms.
A list debunking commonly believed falsehoods, misconceptions and just bad ideas.
An expansive new study makes clear the extent of the problem and the importance of parents in avoiding teen drug use.
Neil deGrasse Tyson proposed an ideal form of government and caused a viral debate.
A new study highlights the new ethical dilemmas caused by the rise of robotic and autonomous technology, like self-driving cars.
Their thoughts were more complex than either side of the gun control / gun rights issue acknowledges.