Problem Solving

Problem Solving

A rat stands on a concrete floor, casting a shadow on the wall that resembles the shape of a sheep.
9mins
“There would be something very, very empty and meaningless about [a] sort of life with no problems.”
The image shows the words "Organizational Friction" in bold white text on a black background with red arrows crossing over them.
7mins
“When we face a problem, our natural tendency is to race ahead – but some friction is actually a good thing.”
Illustration of two human silhouettes facing each other with neural connections and nodes, featuring the text "BORN AND MADE" on a green background.
7mins
“I'm often asked: “Are great strategic thinkers born, or are they made?” And my answer is always yes. Like so many human capabilities, it’s a mixture of nature, nurture and experience.”
A pencil fills in the first answer bubble on a multiple-choice test sheet, option "1" for question 90.
1mins
Testing is an attempt to measure intelligence. But is intelligence really what’s getting measured? A neuroscientist weighs in:
Green chalkboard filled with various mathematical equations, graphs, and formulas written in black marker.
3mins
Yes, you CAN be a “math person” — as long as you follow these learning techniques.
A man in a suit and tie is pointing to a quantum computer.
11mins
Theoretical physics professor Michio Kaku outlines the evolution of computers from analog to digital and introduces quantum computers as the next frontier.
Black and white abstract drawing of a bull with geometric shapes and bold outlines, standing on a plain background.
5mins
Evolution doesn’t fix things — it reinvents them. A biologist explains.
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Black and white illustration of a plant stem cross-section with honeycomb-like cell structure, shown on a green background.
8mins
We know that humans are an intelligent species. But this biologist breaks down the intelligence of each of our cells — and it will blow your mind.
5mins
How to defeat debaters who deal in distractions, according to a two-time world debate champion.
A man in a suit stands facing a mirror, but the reflection shows the back of his head instead of his face.
6mins
If your inner voice is cruel, try these steps to reclaim your mind.
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5mins
Don’t take the prodigy pathway. Become a broad thinker instead.
A vintage-style illustration of a man in a suit with a mustache and top hat, the top of his head open as colorful smoke swirls out, symbolizing creativity.
3mins
Anyone can learn from this creativity challenge.
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