What is Ideas: Definition and 912 Discussions

In common usage and in philosophy, ideas are abstract concepts. Also in philosophy, ideas can also be mental representational images of some object. Many philosophers have considered ideas to be a fundamental ontological category of being. The capacity to create and understand the meaning of ideas is considered to be an essential and defining feature of human beings. In a popular sense, an idea arises in a reflexive, spontaneous manner, even without thinking or serious reflection, for example, when we talk about the idea of a person or a place. A new or an original idea can often lead to innovation.

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  1. R

    Physics Project Ideas for High School Beginner

    i was wondering if anyone has any ideas for a summer project that involves building with the use of physical concepts. i am looking for somthing not very difficult, please keep in mind that i am a beginer at physics and only a high school student. any ideas are greatly appricated.
  2. J

    Big Bang Project Ideas: Get Creative!

    I was just wondering if anyone knew of good projects to display the big bang theory. I have read about one where you place dots on a balloon and then blow it up to show how the universe is expanding, I was hoping someone might have other ideas maybe with more pizazz. Thanks for any ideas.
  3. B

    What are some unique Physics experiment ideas?

    Hey everyone, I'm a grade 11 high school student taking Physics and I'm having no trouble whatsoever :). For our final end of the year project, we are expected to come up with a physics lab/experiment that has to relate to either motion,light,sound, waves, energy, electricity or magnetics or...
  4. tandoorichicken

    Solving ODE: Need Help and Ideas

    I need help in solving the following ODE. y'(t) = \frac{k}{M}y(M-y) Not quite sure what to do. I multiplied everything out so I was left without any parenthesis, but I don't know where to go from there. Any ideas/hints would be appreciated.
  5. V

    Are Local Hidden Variables Still Viable in Quantum Mechanics?

    hi all in another recent thread there was an epic battle between a local realist & a qm formalist. good theatre. but a stalemate in the end. I would like to post just a few key recent refs I was reminded of by that thread, which might be useful for anyone interested in the area. from your...
  6. T

    Can anyone kindly suggest any ideas about the physics project.

    I am a student studying in BSc I year level. I would like to submit a project next year to get through KVPY,a program initiated by Govt of India. Can anyone kindly suggest any ideas about the project.
  7. C

    Ideas for an experimental project

    Hi, I'm taking a course (lab) in which I'm required to think of an experiment, design and build it, forecast its outcome, conduct it, and analyze the results. Sadly I'm having a hard time thinking of any worthy ideas for such a project... The experiment should be on the subject of...
  8. R

    KVPY Project Ideas - Get Help & Advice Here

    Hello friends , I presume that all of you know about KVPY . This time I was an interviewee for the kvpy scholarships , but not successful ! . But I know that I have one more chance next year after completing a project .That is the problem I don't know what kind...
  9. B

    Ideas for Research Paper on Society, Education & Government

    My English teacher has canceled class once again and I thought I could spend a couple minutes information gathering. I'm supposed to write a research paper on anything to do with society, education and government (so basically anything I want), and I'm fishing for ideas. At the moment I'm not...
  10. S

    Seeking Intel Ideas: Physics/EE Interests for Two-Legged Robot

    I am thinking of participating in Intel this year. I was thinking of making a two-legged walking robot but I don't think it is going to seem challenging enough to get me in the finals. Does anybody have any other ideas? My main interest is in physics and electrical engineering.
  11. A

    Looking for Ideas to Create Useful GNOME/Linux Programs

    Hello all i want to create some good gnome/linux program for daily use or that's usefull for some purpose . can some one give me some good project idea? bye
  12. F

    Designing Shoes to Walk on Eggs: Ideas Welcome!

    Hello! We've begun a new project in our Physics class, and the objective is to walk on eggs with shoes designed by each group. My problem is designing the shoes. I have learned that we need to increase the surface area of the shoes to reduce the pressure, but I don't know of any ideas on how to...
  13. RadiationX

    The Rocket Reaching 2*H: Any Ideas? (Multiple Choice Test)

    we had the following test question last week in my physics class: A rocket is launched at an angle of 7.5 degrees and reaches a maximum height of H. To make the rocket reach 2*H what needs to be done. a) double the launch angle and initial velocity b) half the range there were two...
  14. E

    Somewhere to publish your ideas ?

    Hello i am looking for a webpage without snobish referees that only want famous people to publish their job,i am looking for a webpage where anybody can publish their own ideas,i have tried at arxiv.org but this snobbish members require you to have an endorser,and of course this is very hard to...
  15. L

    Original Physics Experiment Ideas: Building a Resonance Column in Four Days

    Please, Please Help Me Out! Ideas, Ideas My physics group has been given an PROJECT to come up with some original experiment ideas . The experiment needs to be recording a 'sensible' variable. I came up with a great idea of building a resonance collumn, like a matchstick building and trying...
  16. C

    Creative Ideas for Demonstrating Bohr's Model | Presentation Inspiration

    Hello all Do you guys know of any demonstrations or examples I could do to explain Bohr's Model to my class? I have to give a presentation. Any ideas are appreciated. Thanks :smile:
  17. Ivan Seeking

    Cognitive Processes and the Suppression of Sound Scientific Ideas

    http://www.amasci.com/supress1.html
  18. P

    Essays & Ideas on Web Technology/Development

    I am new to web, but I like to read essays about web technology/development, not about anything specific such as teaching how to script a page etc. I mean I really love to read people's personal ideas on the topic of today's different scripting techniques, explaining how, why, and what etc to...
  19. B

    Is vocational education the key to motivating students towards success?

    An important factor in motivating students to perform well in school is impressing on them the seriousness of education. Many students have a tendency to think of school as something peripheral to their lives. Sure, they know that a high school diploma will help them, but there is a tendency...
  20. G

    Senior Project Ideas: Physics, Astronomy, Cosmology

    Does anyone have a good idea for a senior project to do involving physics or astronomy/cosmology, or possibly both? Any suggestions are much appreciated.
  21. C

    What are some interesting and unique research paper topics for an English class?

    Hi all Could you please suggest some interesting topics for a research paper. It does not have to be science oriented, as this paper is for an english class. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated Thanks a lot
  22. N

    Relating Molar Enthelpy of Oil to Something: Need Lab Ideas

    Hi. I have this BIG lab that is due really soon and I need ideas. We are going to find the molar enthalpy of edible oils (vegetable, canola, virgin, grape seed, sunflower). Since this is a big lab, we are going to be expected to relate molar enthalpy of the oil to something. Preferably...
  23. L

    Size & AMU of Neon Atom Model: Ideas?

    How would I show the relationship of the protons, neutrons and electrons of a Neon atom in a model using the AMU? I know Protons = 1 AMU and Neutrons = 1AMU and the Electrons =1/1836 AMU? If each proton and neutron (20 total)in the nucleus of my neon model is 1 inch, the total size would be 20...
  24. V

    Rebuilding the University SPS Group: Seeking Advice & Ideas

    Sadly the sps group at my university is in shambles and we are trying to make it selfsustaining. Basically we are starting over. I'm just sending out the call to anyone who has any sps ideas or management advice and to e-mail me. I will most likely become the president next quarter since I seem...
  25. M

    The Big Bang & Its Mysterious Origins: Seeking Thoughts & Ideas

    There was a section in Greene's book that actually helped me form a curious idea about the origins of the universe and I wanted anyone's thoughts on it. If there was only one Big Bang, then shouldn't there be a concentration of matter/gas in the region of the center as everything spreads in all...
  26. K

    Solving 10 Sin x = -x: Tips & Ideas

    10 sin x = -x can anyone give me tips how to solve this equation? i run out of ideas even to transform this equation to another form.. sigh sigh thanks...
  27. D

    Installing Electric Fence for Dog - Need Ideas

    I am in the process of installing an electric fence for our dog. I would like to block the radio waves transmitted to the collar in various parts of the yard but have not been successful to date. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thank you.
  28. A

    What Experiments Can I Do to Spark Interest in Physics for Teenagers?

    My school is conducting a special day, for teenagers in junior high that are considering signing up to my school. During this day students can do all sorts of experiments to interest the teenagers to study them. I am searching for simple yet interesting experiments in physics. Can anyone...
  29. T

    Raise Funds for Tsunami Victims: Ideas for SAFA and NHS

    I am trying to think of what would be the best way to make some money from my school for the tsunami victims. I am currently a member of national honors society and I started my own current event club... SAFA- (students for the awareness of foreign affairs) So I was thinking of trying to...
  30. X

    Suggestions + Ideas Here Please

    ...::: Suggestions + Ideas Here Please! :::... Hello guys, I have been dumped with a huge Chemistry project over the christmas break, yes i can feel you crying :cry: for me but yes... that's what you get for being in IB. Anyway, I was given the topic of Kyoto Protocol And Climate Change...
  31. S

    Ideas about the eye sicknesses

    I have some ideas about the eye sicknesses. But, I couldn't find the maximum pressure for veins that are in eye sphere for STP. What do you think?
  32. P

    Making Money as a College Freshman - Ideas for Earning Extra Cash

    Hello, I had a question for all of you experienced people on here. I'm a freshman in college and I want to make a few bucks. I will probably get a job next semester but I was wondering if any of you knew some ways to make a few dollars on the side. I was thinking about selling things on ebay...
  33. A

    What Physics Topics Can I Research for My College Science Class?

    I just joined a classs that I didn't even know existed at my school until today. It is called science research, and basically you meet once a week with the class, and it is all independent research, you pick a topic and research it and present to the class and then enter science fairs and other...
  34. T

    Proving" 2=1: Creative Ideas & Examples

    Hey can everyone please post any/all ways they know of "proving" 2 =1? obviously they are all wrong, but some are more "convinving" than others. For example, here's an old one to start: e^(2*pi *i) = 1, so ln (e^(2*pi *i)) = ln (1) or 2 * pi * i = 0 clearly pi != 0 and i != 0 so 2 = 0...
  35. A

    Health Sciences Admission Essay: Brainstorming Ideas

    Hello everyone! I am in grade 12 this year and am applying for university :). I am applying for a program called health sciences. One of the determining factors for admission is a 500 word essay. The topic this year is quite interesting. It is "Choose the area of health research that should no...
  36. Z

    News Random ideas when waiting for someone to reply to your thread

    G'day I am a commie pinko as all my right wing mates call me but what about this. If u look at the average aussie yobbo the first thought that comes into ur mind is DUMBASS! But they are smart people, they know so much about footy it blows ur mind, so how about we make them rule the...
  37. D

    Creative Math Projects: Seeking Grade 11 Ideas!

    I have an Independent Study to do in math and I'm wondering if anyone has any project ideas? Something that I can learn on my own that uses moderately difficult mathematics (from a grade 11 perspective) and can be turned into a PowerPoint presentation. ~Thanks. I thought about doing...
  38. J

    Exploring Wayne Myrvold's Ideas on Entanglement

    Hi All, I just came across a paragraph in a little book called "Entanglement" by Amir Aczel. In it it said that Wayne Myrvold proved that it is undecidable whether two states are entangled or not. Does anyone have any knowledge or references to his ideas? Thanks, Jurgen
  39. J

    Math Degree Projects/Theses: Ideas & Resources

    Next year I am going to write a degree project/thesis in mathematics. Do you have any suggestions or do you know a webpage with lists of possible degree projects. Preferably Mathematical Physics.
  40. D

    Need ideas for Science Fair project related to math

    Hi everyone: I 'd like to enter the New-York Intel ISEF fair with a project related to phyical science or math. I'm open to any ideas, but keep in mind -The project must be original research on a specific topic. :smile: It needs to be something that's new and follows the scientific method...
  41. T

    Creative Physics Photo Ideas for Grade 11 Class

    For my grade 11 physics class I need to take a picture of something and then explain the physics behind it all. I was wondering if any of you had some interesting ideas.
  42. D

    Help Need SCIECE PROJECT IDEAS

    Hi everyone: I really want to enter the new-york Intel ISEF fair with a project related to phyical science or math. I'm open to any ideas, but keep these rules in mind: - The project must be original research on a specific topic -It needs to be feasible on a...
  43. P

    Max Compression & Final Velocities of 2 Blocks After Collision

    A 2.0 kg block slides along a frictionless tabletop at 6.0 m/s toward a second block (at rest) of mass 4.5 kg. A coil spring, which obeys Hooke's law and has spring constant k = 850 N/m, is attached to the second block in such a way that it will be compressed when struck by the moving block...
  44. U

    Project Ideas for Physics Class Vehicle Contest

    I need to build a vehicle for a contest in my physics class and need some ideas. I am going to build a vehicle that is designed to travel a distance between 5 and 10 meters and come to a complete stop without outside assistance. The distance chosen by the judge will not be announced until...
  45. M

    Noam Chomsky: Exploring His Ideas on the U.S.

    I don't really think this is a philosophy question, but what do you guys think of Noam Chomsky? His ideas on the U.S and such... I recently started to listen to a lot of his lectures on tape and I find them really interesting. I just wanted to know if any of you guys listen to him and if...
  46. Z

    High School Physics Presentation Ideas help

    Hi, I am new here, but I am in need of some help. I am in a High School Physics Honors class, and I was wondering if anyone had some ideas on a good quick presentation with a demonstration that gets the class involved. Please note that the maximum time is set at 10 mins, so this must be a...
  47. E

    Decoherence, Unitary Evolution and Information: Some ideas

    This thread is based on some reading I've done on decoherence (a lot of it by Zurek) and recent experiments involving decoherence and complementarity. One interesting item is the recent experiment by Anton Zeilinger and team involving C60 molecules interacting to produce and interference pattern...
  48. humanino

    Exploring the Ideas of Nottale: A Closer Look

    I would appreciate people's opinion on Nottale's ideas. It looks fascinating to me. The more I read his papers, the less I understand the general indifference his work seems to be plagued with. I admit that his ambitions are huge. Nevertheless, his proposals are very elegant and natural, and...
  49. M

    UK Dominance in Artificial Life & AI - Any Ideas?

    I am a bit curious about why most of the books published especially about Artificial Life and Artificial Intelligence are mainly from UK...Does that mean they are a little upper than other countries in these fields? Anyone has any ideas ? Thank you, Me-Motifs
  50. E

    Epsilon Pi's ideas on imaginary numbers

    It is known that it was Descartes the one that gave the symbol i the connotation of imaginary; in electrical engineering there is the concept of apparent power(MVA) S = P + i Q where P(MW)=generation or consumed power and Q(MVAR) = reactive power and they both can be measured, so they...
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