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This forum discussion centers around a collection of science jokes, particularly those involving mathematics and physics. Notable jokes include a mathematician with a dog and cow discussing knot theory, and a play on Heisenberg's uncertainty principle. The humor often relies on advanced concepts such as the Jones polynomial and topological invariants, showcasing a blend of wit and scientific terminology. The conversation also touches on the cultural significance of these jokes within the scientific community.

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  • Understanding of knot theory and the Jones polynomial
  • Familiarity with Heisenberg's uncertainty principle
  • Basic knowledge of topology and topological invariants
  • Awareness of mathematical humor and its conventions
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nuuskur said:
Why isn't Lithium red or purple? :nb)
Has been used in psychiatry.
Wikipedia said:
Lithium was first used in Western medicine as a treatment for gout in 1859. However, it proved ineffective. It was not until 1949 that the Australian psychiatrist John Cade (1912–1980) described a possible application for lithium salts. He injected guinea pigs with various chemical compounds, including lithium salts, which resulted in them reacting less strongly to external stimuli and becoming calmer but not drowsy. It was later determined that the effect observed in the test animals was due to intoxication. Following a self-experiment by Cade, the use of lithium carbonate as a drug for the treatment of manic-depressive patients was investigated in a double-blind study at the Psychiatric Hospital in Aarhus-Risskov (Denmark) from 1952 to 1954. This laid the foundation for lithium therapy.
 
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PPlease don't observe my grades Dad, it will change them. Of course maybe that's good.
 
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jack action said:
Please DO NOT pull up the coffee machine. It is a pushdown automaton.
Computer Scientists.
 
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fresh_42 said:
Please DO NOT pull up the coffee machine. It is a pushdown automaton.
Computer Scientists.
Please do not use a mug for your coffee. It is a donut. — Topologists.
 
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In case of power loss, use your Bunsen burner.

Chemitrist.
 
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Orodruin said:
Evolution at work.
Maybe he'll create a "Science is wrong! I debunked the pendulum experiment." video.
 
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jack action said:
Making sure that everyone knows: no idiots were harmed in the making of this video.

WDYM? It has literally flattened his head in this image!
 
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IT security back then.

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I just found out that Albert Einstein was a real person!

All this time, I thought he was a theoretical physicist.
 
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