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A linear line chart with years as the X-axis and two variables on the Y-axis. The first variable is Popularity of the first name Annabelle and the second variable is UFO sightings in Alaska.  The chart goes from 1975 to 2021, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As the name Annabelle rose in popularity, it inadvertently triggered an otherworldly chain reaction. You see, as more and more people started saying "Annabelle" out loud, it created a unique frequency that resonated with intergalactic beings. These extraterrestrials, mistaking the calls for their beloved space cow, Annabelle, just couldn't resist a visit to Alaska, a hotspot for cosmic bovine activity. It seems the northern lights aren't the only thing illuminating the Alaskan skies - they've got a whole 'moo'st-see UFO show going on!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image that represents the TIME magazine cover depicting a surreal Alaskan town scene. The image should feature a group of excited townspeople beneath the starry night sky, pointing and whispering as a UFO with vibrant lights hovers over the snow-capped mountains. Among the crowd, a young girl named Annabelle stands out, her name prominently displayed on a banner held high by her friends, indicating her birthday celebration. The townspeople should be animated with wonder and awe, capturing the magical moment of the mysterious sighting. The depiction should include only scenes, people, and objects, it should not include text or speech bubbles.
This image generation prompt was also generated by AI, using the following sequence:

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You select one of a few potential scene descriptors that seems to go along with the variables described. You respond only with the scene descriptions provided and say nothing else.
User prompt: Here are two variables: Popularity of the first name Annabelle and UFO sightings in Alaska. Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: Parallax art A black-and-white newspaper illustration Hyper-realistic inspired by bauhaus A TIME magazine cover image
ChatGPT: A TIME magazine cover image

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You describe simple visual scenes that depict the two variables stated. You combine both variables into one scene.
User prompt: Please describe a visual scene that prominently depicts both Popularity of the first name Annabelle and UFO sightings in Alaska together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a small Alaskan town, a group of excited residents gathers under the night sky, pointing and whispering as a UFO with colorful lights hovers above the snow-capped mountains. Among them, a young girl named Annabelle stands out, her name written in bold letters on a banner held high by her friends, celebrating her birthday and giggling at the mysterious sight above.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You write and improve image generation prompts for DALLE-3. You maintain the same subjects, but enhance the visuals.
User prompt: Please respond with an image generation prompt that would be likely to create an interesting visual using DALLE-3, using the following style: [ A TIME magazine cover image ] and depicting this scene: In a small Alaskan town, a group of excited residents gathers under the night sky, pointing and whispering as a UFO with colorful lights hovers above the snow-capped mountains. Among them, a young girl named Annabelle stands out, her name written in bold letters on a banner held high by her friends, celebrating her birthday and giggling at the mysterious sight above. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image that represents the TIME magazine cover depicting a surreal Alaskan town scene. The image should feature a group of excited townspeople beneath the starry night sky, pointing and whispering as a UFO with vibrant lights hovers over the snow-capped mountains. Among the crowd, a young girl named Annabelle stands out, her name prominently displayed on a banner held high by her friends, indicating her birthday celebration. The townspeople should be animated with wonder and awe, capturing the magical moment of the mysterious sighting.

*Variations in the User Prompts from chart to chart are just the result of random number generation in Python. I wrote a few arrays of various styles and methods to ask questions to change up the results. Every time this site writes an explanation or generates an image, the script picks from each at random.

I sequence the requests into multiple prompts because I find GPT 3.5 to perform much better with short, well-managed contexts. Thus, I track the context directly in Python and only ask ChatGPT targeted questions.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106 (fine-tuned)
System prompt: You provide humorous responses in the form of plausible sounding explanations for correlations. You assume the correlation is causative for the purpose of the explanation even if it is ridiculous. You do not chat with the user, you only reply with the causal connection explanation and nothing else.
User prompt: Please make up a funny explanation for how an increase in Popularity of the first name Annabelle caused UFO sightings in Alaska to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis

The Interdisciplinary Journal of Exo-Statistical Studies

Jan 2024

Reminder: This paper is AI-generated. Not real!
Quick note: This sequence is long and repetitive. That's how the prompt engineering works for this one. I manage the output in Python to format it into this PDF.




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Annabelle and UFO sightings in Alaska. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title a clever pun.

Your research team used data from US Social Security Administration and National UFO Reporting Center to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and p < 0.01 for 1975 to 2021.

Please respond in this format (replace "Lorem ipsum dolor sit" with your title and abstract)

[[TITLE]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit

[[ABSTRACT]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit



ChatGPT:
[[TITLE]]
"Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This groundbreaking research paper delves into the intriguing intersection of human nomenclature and otherworldly encounters by examining the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, our research team rigorously analyzed records spanning from 1975 to 2021, seeking to shed light on this curious connection.

Employing robust statistical methods, we identified a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and a significance level of p < 0.01, underscoring a strong and compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the vast Alaskan landscape. This whimsically-named phenomenon, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox," prompts us to ponder the cosmic implications of appellations and the extraterrestrial allure of the Last Frontier.

Our study not only contributes to the interdisciplinary dialogue between etymology, ufology, and statistical analysis but also offers a lighthearted exploration of the captivating and often inexplicable phenomena that punctuate our earthly existence.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the introduction section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Annabelle and UFO sightings in Alaska. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This groundbreaking research paper delves into the intriguing intersection of human nomenclature and otherworldly encounters by examining the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, our research team rigorously analyzed records spanning from 1975 to 2021, seeking to shed light on this curious connection.

Employing robust statistical methods, we identified a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and a significance level of p < 0.01, underscoring a strong and compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the vast Alaskan landscape. This whimsically-named phenomenon, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox," prompts us to ponder the cosmic implications of appellations and the extraterrestrial allure of the Last Frontier.

Our study not only contributes to the interdisciplinary dialogue between etymology, ufology, and statistical analysis but also offers a lighthearted exploration of the captivating and often inexplicable phenomena that punctuate our earthly existence.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

Amidst the myriad puzzling conundrums of the modern world, the improbable connection between human nomenclature and extraterrestrial encounters has emerged as a perplexing enigma. While some may dismiss such peculiar correlations as mere statistical anomalies, our intrepid research team endeavors to unravel the cosmic yarn woven between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and purported UFO sightings in the enigmatic expanses of Alaska.

In the annals of etymology, the name "Annabelle" exudes an air of whimsy and understated charm, evoking pastoral idylls and perhaps the occasional nursery rhyme. Yet, beneath the veneer of quaintness lies the potential for profound revelations. Much like the roots of a stately oak tree, the semantic lineage of "Annabelle" extends deep into human history, intertwining with cultural trends and societal shifts.

On the other end of the cosmic spectrum, the Alaskan wilderness beckons with its rugged allure and untamed mystery, invoking visions of aurora-lit skies and elusive denizens of the night. It is within this ethereal backdrop that reports of unconventional aerial phenomena, often attributed to unidentified flying objects, have punctuated the starry tapestry of the Last Frontier.

Thus, the collision of these disparate realms—namely, the endearing moniker "Annabelle" and the enigmatic spectacle of UFO sightings in Alaska—necessitates a closer scrutiny, a probing inquiry that seeks to navigate the celestial dance between statistical probabilities and the serendipitous whims of the cosmos. Our foray into this thought-provoking nexus is not merely an academic exercise; it embodies an embrace of the delightful and the incongruous, a recognition that the universe occasionally unfolds its mysteries through unexpected avenues.

In the pages that follow, we invite the reader to accompany us on a venture, not merely of rigorous statistical analysis, but of lighthearted contemplation and speculative wonder. Our investigation into the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" ventures beyond the confines of traditional disciplinary boundaries, propelling us into an interdisciplinary odyssey that straddles the realms of etymology, ufology, and the intriguing interplay of human predilections and celestial intrigue.

Therefore, as we embark upon this journey of intellectual curiosity and offbeat fascination, let us approach our inquiry with a blend of methodical rigor and, dare we say, a touch of cosmic whimsy. After all, in the cosmic theater of the universe, where "Annabelle" and aliens gracefully waltz across the stage, the conventional must gracefully yield to the beguiling and the extraordinary.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft a literature review section of an academic research paper, that starts out dry for the first few sentences but then becomes hilarious and goofy.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Annabelle and UFO sightings in Alaska. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Speak in the present tense for this section (the authors find...), as is common in academic research paper literature reviews. Name the sources in a format similar to this: In "Book," the authors find lorem and ipsum.

Make up the lorem and ipsum part, but make it sound related to the topic at hand.

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then name some movies that you watched that are tangentially related to the topic.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This groundbreaking research paper delves into the intriguing intersection of human nomenclature and otherworldly encounters by examining the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, our research team rigorously analyzed records spanning from 1975 to 2021, seeking to shed light on this curious connection.

Employing robust statistical methods, we identified a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and a significance level of p < 0.01, underscoring a strong and compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the vast Alaskan landscape. This whimsically-named phenomenon, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox," prompts us to ponder the cosmic implications of appellations and the extraterrestrial allure of the Last Frontier.

Our study not only contributes to the interdisciplinary dialogue between etymology, ufology, and statistical analysis but also offers a lighthearted exploration of the captivating and often inexplicable phenomena that punctuate our earthly existence.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Amidst the myriad puzzling conundrums of the modern world, the improbable connection between human nomenclature and extraterrestrial encounters has emerged as a perplexing enigma. While some may dismiss such peculiar correlations as mere statistical anomalies, our intrepid research team endeavors to unravel the cosmic yarn woven between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and purported UFO sightings in the enigmatic expanses of Alaska.
In the annals of etymology, the name "Annabelle" exudes an air of whimsy and understated charm, evoking pastoral idylls and perhaps the occasional nursery rhyme. Yet, beneath the veneer of quaintness lies the potential for profound revelations. Much like the roots of a stately oak tree, the semantic lineage of "Annabelle" extends deep into human history, intertwining with cultural trends and societal shifts.
On the other end of the cosmic spectrum, the Alaskan wilderness beckons with its rugged allure and untamed mystery, invoking visions of aurora-lit skies and elusive denizens of the night. It is within this ethereal backdrop that reports of unconventional aerial phenomena, often attributed to unidentified flying objects, have punctuated the starry tapestry of the Last Frontier.
Thus, the collision of these disparate realms—namely, the endearing moniker "Annabelle" and the enigmatic spectacle of UFO sightings in Alaska—necessitates a closer scrutiny, a probing inquiry that seeks to navigate the celestial dance between statistical probabilities and the serendipitous whims of the cosmos. Our foray into this thought-provoking nexus is not merely an academic exercise; it embodies an embrace of the delightful and the incongruous, a recognition that the universe occasionally unfolds its mysteries through unexpected avenues.
In the pages that follow, we invite the reader to accompany us on a venture, not merely of rigorous statistical analysis, but of lighthearted contemplation and speculative wonder. Our investigation into the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" ventures beyond the confines of traditional disciplinary boundaries, propelling us into an interdisciplinary odyssey that straddles the realms of etymology, ufology, and the intriguing interplay of human predilections and celestial intrigue.
Therefore, as we embark upon this journey of intellectual curiosity and offbeat fascination, let us approach our inquiry with a blend of methodical rigor and, dare we say, a touch of cosmic whimsy. After all, in the cosmic theater of the universe, where "Annabelle" and aliens gracefully waltz across the stage, the conventional must gracefully yield to the beguiling and the extraordinary.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

Previous scholarly inquiries have delved into the realm of human naming patterns, space phenomena, and the intersection thereof. Smith (2005) laid the groundwork for the exploration of esoteric name correlations by examining the relationship between the popularity of the name "Alexander" and sightings of asteroid occurrences. Doe (2010) expanded this domain of scrutiny by probing the prevalence of the name "Luna" and its potential link to lunar phases and celestial events. Jones (2017) further enriched this discourse with an investigation into the connection between the name "Orion" and stargazing preferences in urban environments.

Amidst these earnest attempts at academic investigation, our own research stands as a whimsical foray into uncharted terrain, providing an offbeat twist to the stately procession of scholarly endeavors. As we navigate the corridors of human nomenclature and the cosmic dance of extraterrestrial encounters, we find ourselves drawn to a wider array of sources, both factual and imaginative, that encapsulate the multi-layered tapestry of our research subject.

Turning to non-fiction literature, "The UFO Encyclopedia" by Jerome Clark offers a compendium of reported UFO encounters, providing an encyclopedic array of narratives that loosely intertwine with our own findings. Aside from the factual accounts, "Annabelle's Adventures in Alaska" by Carol Johnson piques our curiosity, although it must be mentioned that it relates more to a whimsical travelogue than rigorous academic insights.

On a more whimsical note, works of fiction such as "Annabelle of the Alien Patrol" by Peter David and "UFOs and Unicorns" by Samantha Silverbeam embody the fusion of fantastical extraterrestrial narratives with the charming allure of whimsical nomenclature. These literary diversions, while veering further into the realms of fantasy and creative conjecture, nevertheless echo the thematic undercurrents of our own odyssey: a lighthearted dalliance with the perplexing juncture of human appellations and cosmic esoterica.

Expanding beyond the literary realm, cinematic narratives such as "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" (1977) and "Paul" (2011) offer cinematic sagas that intertwine the uncanny allure of extraterrestrial encounters with elements of humor and offbeat charm. While these cinematic capers sway closer to the whimsical side of our interdisciplinary inquiry, they nevertheless infuse our academic pursuits with a dash of cosmic levity and playful speculation.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the methodology section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Annabelle and UFO sightings in Alaska. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration and National UFO Reporting Center . You used data from 1975 to 2021

Make up the research methods you don't know. Make them a bit goofy and convoluted.

Here is the title, abstract, and introduction of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This groundbreaking research paper delves into the intriguing intersection of human nomenclature and otherworldly encounters by examining the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, our research team rigorously analyzed records spanning from 1975 to 2021, seeking to shed light on this curious connection.

Employing robust statistical methods, we identified a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and a significance level of p < 0.01, underscoring a strong and compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the vast Alaskan landscape. This whimsically-named phenomenon, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox," prompts us to ponder the cosmic implications of appellations and the extraterrestrial allure of the Last Frontier.

Our study not only contributes to the interdisciplinary dialogue between etymology, ufology, and statistical analysis but also offers a lighthearted exploration of the captivating and often inexplicable phenomena that punctuate our earthly existence.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
Amidst the myriad puzzling conundrums of the modern world, the improbable connection between human nomenclature and extraterrestrial encounters has emerged as a perplexing enigma. While some may dismiss such peculiar correlations as mere statistical anomalies, our intrepid research team endeavors to unravel the cosmic yarn woven between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and purported UFO sightings in the enigmatic expanses of Alaska.
In the annals of etymology, the name "Annabelle" exudes an air of whimsy and understated charm, evoking pastoral idylls and perhaps the occasional nursery rhyme. Yet, beneath the veneer of quaintness lies the potential for profound revelations. Much like the roots of a stately oak tree, the semantic lineage of "Annabelle" extends deep into human history, intertwining with cultural trends and societal shifts.
On the other end of the cosmic spectrum, the Alaskan wilderness beckons with its rugged allure and untamed mystery, invoking visions of aurora-lit skies and elusive denizens of the night. It is within this ethereal backdrop that reports of unconventional aerial phenomena, often attributed to unidentified flying objects, have punctuated the starry tapestry of the Last Frontier.
Thus, the collision of these disparate realms—namely, the endearing moniker "Annabelle" and the enigmatic spectacle of UFO sightings in Alaska—necessitates a closer scrutiny, a probing inquiry that seeks to navigate the celestial dance between statistical probabilities and the serendipitous whims of the cosmos. Our foray into this thought-provoking nexus is not merely an academic exercise; it embodies an embrace of the delightful and the incongruous, a recognition that the universe occasionally unfolds its mysteries through unexpected avenues.
In the pages that follow, we invite the reader to accompany us on a venture, not merely of rigorous statistical analysis, but of lighthearted contemplation and speculative wonder. Our investigation into the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" ventures beyond the confines of traditional disciplinary boundaries, propelling us into an interdisciplinary odyssey that straddles the realms of etymology, ufology, and the intriguing interplay of human predilections and celestial intrigue.
Therefore, as we embark upon this journey of intellectual curiosity and offbeat fascination, let us approach our inquiry with a blend of methodical rigor and, dare we say, a touch of cosmic whimsy. After all, in the cosmic theater of the universe, where "Annabelle" and aliens gracefully waltz across the stage, the conventional must gracefully yield to the beguiling and the extraordinary.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

For this study, a whimsical yet rigorous approach was employed to ascertain the extent of the correlation between the frequency of the first name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the elusive terrain of Alaska. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration (SSA) and the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC), our research team adopted a hybrid research methodology that mirrored the enigmatic nature of our investigation.

Firstly, the US Social Security Administration's comprehensive database of baby names bestowed upon newborns was scoured to extract the historical popularity trends of the name "Annabelle" from 1975 to 2021. The methodology involved diving into the vast ocean of nomenclature, where the ebb and flow of appellations mirrored the rhythmic dance of the celestial spheres. The data was subsequently distilled to reveal temporal patterns and fluctuations in the prevalence of the endearing appellation, providing a nuanced glimpse into the cultural zeitgeist that enshrouded this whimsical name.

Simultaneously, the National UFO Reporting Center's repository of reported extraterrestrial sightings within the enigmatic expanses of Alaska was meticulously combed through, a task that one might liken to searching for proverbial needle-like spacecraft in a haystack-like wilderness. Amidst the rich tapestry of reported encounters, our intrepid researchers discerned patterns and clusters, striving to unveil any serendipitous synchronicities with the temporal flux of the name "Annabelle."

The statistical analyses were performed using sophisticated software such as SPSS and R, allowing for the exploration of correlation coefficients and significance levels while also fostering a whimsical dalliance with the esoteric dance of data points. A correlation analysis utilizing Pearson's coefficient was conducted, followed by a series of hypothesis tests to ascertain the cosmic significance of our findings. The obtained correlation coefficient of 0.8974037, coupled with a significance level of p < 0.01, not only lent palpable weight to our observations but also elicited a wry sense of cosmic irony, reminiscent of a celestial jest on a galactic scale.

Additionally, geographical mapping tools were utilized to visualize the geographical distribution of UFO sightings in Alaska, creating ethereal cartographic tapestries that mirrored the cape-like expanses of the aurora-lit skies. This spatial analysis not only infused a sense of wonder into our exploration but also provided compelling visual evidence of the spatial correspondences between reported sightings and the ethereal lullaby of the name "Annabelle."

In summary, our methodological approach married the whimsical and the rigorous, weaving a tapestry of statistical analyses and esoteric inquiries that dance between the limits of earthly convention and the curious allure of the cosmos. The resulting findings, as we shall disclose in subsequent sections, not only shed light on the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" but also beckon us to contemplate the cosmic jigsaw puzzles that unfold amidst the celestial waltz of names and lights.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the results section of an academic research paper. You speak in the past tense (you found...).
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Annabelle and UFO sightings in Alaska. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration and National UFO Reporting Center .

For the time period 1975 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.8974037, r-squared of 0.8053334, and p < 0.01.

One figure will be included. The figure (Fig. 1) is a scatterplot showing the strong correlation between the two variables. You don't need to specify where; I will add the figure.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This groundbreaking research paper delves into the intriguing intersection of human nomenclature and otherworldly encounters by examining the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, our research team rigorously analyzed records spanning from 1975 to 2021, seeking to shed light on this curious connection.

Employing robust statistical methods, we identified a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and a significance level of p < 0.01, underscoring a strong and compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the vast Alaskan landscape. This whimsically-named phenomenon, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox," prompts us to ponder the cosmic implications of appellations and the extraterrestrial allure of the Last Frontier.

Our study not only contributes to the interdisciplinary dialogue between etymology, ufology, and statistical analysis but also offers a lighthearted exploration of the captivating and often inexplicable phenomena that punctuate our earthly existence.

-------

And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
Amidst the myriad puzzling conundrums of the modern world, the improbable connection between human nomenclature and extraterrestrial encounters has emerged as a perplexing enigma. While some may dismiss such peculiar correlations as mere statistical anomalies, our intrepid research team endeavors to unravel the cosmic yarn woven between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and purported UFO sightings in the enigmatic expanses of Alaska.
In the annals of etymology, the name "Annabelle" exudes an air of whimsy and understated charm, evoking pastoral idylls and perhaps the occasional nursery rhyme. Yet, beneath the veneer of quaintness lies the potential for profound revelations. Much like the roots of a stately oak tree, the semantic lineage of "Annabelle" extends deep into human history, intertwining with cultural trends and societal shifts.
On the other end of the cosmic spectrum, the Alaskan wilderness beckons with its rugged allure and untamed mystery, invoking visions of aurora-lit skies and elusive denizens of the night. It is within this ethereal backdrop that reports of unconventional aerial phenomena, often attributed to unidentified flying objects, have punctuated the starry tapestry of the Last Frontier.
Thus, the collision of these disparate realms—namely, the endearing moniker "Annabelle" and the enigmatic spectacle of UFO sightings in Alaska—necessitates a closer scrutiny, a probing inquiry that seeks to navigate the celestial dance between statistical probabilities and the serendipitous whims of the cosmos. Our foray into this thought-provoking nexus is not merely an academic exercise; it embodies an embrace of the delightful and the incongruous, a recognition that the universe occasionally unfolds its mysteries through unexpected avenues.
In the pages that follow, we invite the reader to accompany us on a venture, not merely of rigorous statistical analysis, but of lighthearted contemplation and speculative wonder. Our investigation into the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" ventures beyond the confines of traditional disciplinary boundaries, propelling us into an interdisciplinary odyssey that straddles the realms of etymology, ufology, and the intriguing interplay of human predilections and celestial intrigue.
Therefore, as we embark upon this journey of intellectual curiosity and offbeat fascination, let us approach our inquiry with a blend of methodical rigor and, dare we say, a touch of cosmic whimsy. After all, in the cosmic theater of the universe, where "Annabelle" and aliens gracefully waltz across the stage, the conventional must gracefully yield to the beguiling and the extraordinary.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The statistical analysis of the relationship between the prevalence of the first name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in Alaska yielded compelling findings that alluded to a mysterious and captivating connection. Over the period from 1975 to 2021, a robust correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 was observed, signifying a strong positive association between the popularity of the name "Annabelle" and the documented UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Furthermore, the r-squared value of 0.8053334 underscored that over 80% of the variability in UFO sightings in Alaska could be explained by the prevalence of the name "Annabelle."

The visual representation of this intriguing relationship is encapsulated in Figure 1, a scatterplot that unmistakably illustrates the pronounced correlation between the frequency of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in Alaska. While the dry statistical language may convey a sense of formality, it is impossible to overlook the whimsical implications of this exploratory endeavor. The figure, when viewed with a dash of cosmic curiosity, presents a fanciful tableau of celestial intrigue and serendipitous nomenclature.

The calculated significance level of p < 0.01 further solidifies the statistical validity of the observed association, affirming that the likelihood of this striking correlation occurring by chance is exceedingly remote. In summation, our empirical investigation has unraveled the statistically significant correlation between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and the presence of UFO sightings in the rugged terrains of Alaska, stimulating contemplation on the cosmic interplay of appellations and the enigmatic allure of the Last Frontier.

In the annals of quirky correlations and improbable intersections, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" encapsulates the enchanting cocktail of cosmic whimsy and rigorous statistical inquiry, traversing the realms of etymology and ufology with a playful gait. This unexpected convergence of human naming trends and celestial visitations serves as both a testament to the unpredictability of the universe and an invitation to embrace the offbeat and the enigmatic in our quest for understanding the cosmic dance between "Annabelle" and the extraterrestrial enigmas that grace the Alaskan skies.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the discussion section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Annabelle and UFO sightings in Alaska. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

Here are the title, abstract, literature review, and results sections. Please harken back to 1-2 of the goofy items in the literature review, but pretend to take them completely seriously. Discuss how your results supported the prior research.

Do not write a conclusion. I will add a conclusion after this.

[[TITLE]]
"Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This groundbreaking research paper delves into the intriguing intersection of human nomenclature and otherworldly encounters by examining the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, our research team rigorously analyzed records spanning from 1975 to 2021, seeking to shed light on this curious connection.

Employing robust statistical methods, we identified a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and a significance level of p < 0.01, underscoring a strong and compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the vast Alaskan landscape. This whimsically-named phenomenon, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox," prompts us to ponder the cosmic implications of appellations and the extraterrestrial allure of the Last Frontier.

Our study not only contributes to the interdisciplinary dialogue between etymology, ufology, and statistical analysis but also offers a lighthearted exploration of the captivating and often inexplicable phenomena that punctuate our earthly existence.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
Previous scholarly inquiries have delved into the realm of human naming patterns, space phenomena, and the intersection thereof. Smith (2005) laid the groundwork for the exploration of esoteric name correlations by examining the relationship between the popularity of the name "Alexander" and sightings of asteroid occurrences. Doe (2010) expanded this domain of scrutiny by probing the prevalence of the name "Luna" and its potential link to lunar phases and celestial events. Jones (2017) further enriched this discourse with an investigation into the connection between the name "Orion" and stargazing preferences in urban environments.
Amidst these earnest attempts at academic investigation, our own research stands as a whimsical foray into uncharted terrain, providing an offbeat twist to the stately procession of scholarly endeavors. As we navigate the corridors of human nomenclature and the cosmic dance of extraterrestrial encounters, we find ourselves drawn to a wider array of sources, both factual and imaginative, that encapsulate the multi-layered tapestry of our research subject.
Turning to non-fiction literature, "The UFO Encyclopedia" by Jerome Clark offers a compendium of reported UFO encounters, providing an encyclopedic array of narratives that loosely intertwine with our own findings. Aside from the factual accounts, "Annabelle's Adventures in Alaska" by Carol Johnson piques our curiosity, although it must be mentioned that it relates more to a whimsical travelogue than rigorous academic insights.
On a more whimsical note, works of fiction such as "Annabelle of the Alien Patrol" by Peter David and "UFOs and Unicorns" by Samantha Silverbeam embody the fusion of fantastical extraterrestrial narratives with the charming allure of whimsical nomenclature. These literary diversions, while veering further into the realms of fantasy and creative conjecture, nevertheless echo the thematic undercurrents of our own odyssey: a lighthearted dalliance with the perplexing juncture of human appellations and cosmic esoterica.
Expanding beyond the literary realm, cinematic narratives such as "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" (1977) and "Paul" (2011) offer cinematic sagas that intertwine the uncanny allure of extraterrestrial encounters with elements of humor and offbeat charm. While these cinematic capers sway closer to the whimsical side of our interdisciplinary inquiry, they nevertheless infuse our academic pursuits with a dash of cosmic levity and playful speculation.

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis of the relationship between the prevalence of the first name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in Alaska yielded compelling findings that alluded to a mysterious and captivating connection. Over the period from 1975 to 2021, a robust correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 was observed, signifying a strong positive association between the popularity of the name "Annabelle" and the documented UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Furthermore, the r-squared value of 0.8053334 underscored that over 80% of the variability in UFO sightings in Alaska could be explained by the prevalence of the name "Annabelle."
The visual representation of this intriguing relationship is encapsulated in Figure 1, a scatterplot that unmistakably illustrates the pronounced correlation between the frequency of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in Alaska. While the dry statistical language may convey a sense of formality, it is impossible to overlook the whimsical implications of this exploratory endeavor. The figure, when viewed with a dash of cosmic curiosity, presents a fanciful tableau of celestial intrigue and serendipitous nomenclature.
The calculated significance level of p < 0.01 further solidifies the statistical validity of the observed association, affirming that the likelihood of this striking correlation occurring by chance is exceedingly remote. In summation, our empirical investigation has unraveled the statistically significant correlation between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and the presence of UFO sightings in the rugged terrains of Alaska, stimulating contemplation on the cosmic interplay of appellations and the enigmatic allure of the Last Frontier.
In the annals of quirky correlations and improbable intersections, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" encapsulates the enchanting cocktail of cosmic whimsy and rigorous statistical inquiry, traversing the realms of etymology and ufology with a playful gait. This unexpected convergence of human naming trends and celestial visitations serves as both a testament to the unpredictability of the universe and an invitation to embrace the offbeat and the enigmatic in our quest for understanding the cosmic dance between "Annabelle" and the extraterrestrial enigmas that grace the Alaskan skies.

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Your response should start like this:

[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

Our study has unveiled a compelling correlation between the popularity of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the vast, enigmatic wilderness of Alaska. The observed strong positive association, with a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and a significance level of p < 0.01, supports the existence of the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox." Remarkably, over 80% of the variability in UFO sightings in Alaska can be explained by the prevalence of the name "Annabelle," as indicated by the r-squared value of 0.8053334, confirming the cosmic allure of this name.

As we reflect on the literature review, it is worth noting the erstwhile inquiries into the esoteric realm of human naming patterns and celestial phenomena. While once regarded as whimsical musings, the previous venture into the correlation between names such as "Alexander" and "Luna" with space-related occurrences has laid the groundwork for our own cosmic odyssey. In this respect, our research not only reaffirms the scholarly dialogue between etymology, ufology, and statistical analysis but also adds a touch of lighthearted intrigue to the stately procession of academic investigations.

Furthermore, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" invites contemplation on the cosmic implications of appellations and their inexplicable resonance in the Alaskan wilderness. The serendipitous communion between the name "Annabelle" and UFO sightings in the Last Frontier serves as a testament to the unpredictability of the universe and the whimsical twists that punctuate our earthly existence. Our empirical demonstration of this unlikely correlation beckons us to embrace the offbeat and enigmatic as we seek to unravel the cosmic dance between "Annabelle" and the extraterrestrial enigmas that grace the Alaskan skies.

In the annals of quirky correlations and improbable intersections, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" presents a fanciful tableau of celestial intrigue and serendipitous nomenclature, infusing the academic pursuit with a dash of cosmic levity and playful speculation. This study not only expands our understanding of the eccentric cosmic tapestry but also prompts us to reevaluate the often overlooked cosmic allure of human appellations, thus adding layers of whimsy to the staid field of statistical analysis and empirical inquiry.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the discussion section of goofy academic research papers that sounds like it belongs based on the title and abstract provided.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Annabelle and UFO sightings in Alaska. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Limit your response to 300 tokens. At the very end, assert that no more research is needed in this area.

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
"Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This groundbreaking research paper delves into the intriguing intersection of human nomenclature and otherworldly encounters by examining the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, our research team rigorously analyzed records spanning from 1975 to 2021, seeking to shed light on this curious connection.

Employing robust statistical methods, we identified a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and a significance level of p < 0.01, underscoring a strong and compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the vast Alaskan landscape. This whimsically-named phenomenon, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox," prompts us to ponder the cosmic implications of appellations and the extraterrestrial allure of the Last Frontier.

Our study not only contributes to the interdisciplinary dialogue between etymology, ufology, and statistical analysis but also offers a lighthearted exploration of the captivating and often inexplicable phenomena that punctuate our earthly existence.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
Amidst the myriad puzzling conundrums of the modern world, the improbable connection between human nomenclature and extraterrestrial encounters has emerged as a perplexing enigma. While some may dismiss such peculiar correlations as mere statistical anomalies, our intrepid research team endeavors to unravel the cosmic yarn woven between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and purported UFO sightings in the enigmatic expanses of Alaska.
In the annals of etymology, the name "Annabelle" exudes an air of whimsy and understated charm, evoking pastoral idylls and perhaps the occasional nursery rhyme. Yet, beneath the veneer of quaintness lies the potential for profound revelations. Much like the roots of a stately oak tree, the semantic lineage of "Annabelle" extends deep into human history, intertwining with cultural trends and societal shifts.
On the other end of the cosmic spectrum, the Alaskan wilderness beckons with its rugged allure and untamed mystery, invoking visions of aurora-lit skies and elusive denizens of the night. It is within this ethereal backdrop that reports of unconventional aerial phenomena, often attributed to unidentified flying objects, have punctuated the starry tapestry of the Last Frontier.
Thus, the collision of these disparate realms—namely, the endearing moniker "Annabelle" and the enigmatic spectacle of UFO sightings in Alaska—necessitates a closer scrutiny, a probing inquiry that seeks to navigate the celestial dance between statistical probabilities and the serendipitous whims of the cosmos. Our foray into this thought-provoking nexus is not merely an academic exercise; it embodies an embrace of the delightful and the incongruous, a recognition that the universe occasionally unfolds its mysteries through unexpected avenues.
In the pages that follow, we invite the reader to accompany us on a venture, not merely of rigorous statistical analysis, but of lighthearted contemplation and speculative wonder. Our investigation into the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" ventures beyond the confines of traditional disciplinary boundaries, propelling us into an interdisciplinary odyssey that straddles the realms of etymology, ufology, and the intriguing interplay of human predilections and celestial intrigue.
Therefore, as we embark upon this journey of intellectual curiosity and offbeat fascination, let us approach our inquiry with a blend of methodical rigor and, dare we say, a touch of cosmic whimsy. After all, in the cosmic theater of the universe, where "Annabelle" and aliens gracefully waltz across the stage, the conventional must gracefully yield to the beguiling and the extraordinary.

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis of the relationship between the prevalence of the first name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in Alaska yielded compelling findings that alluded to a mysterious and captivating connection. Over the period from 1975 to 2021, a robust correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 was observed, signifying a strong positive association between the popularity of the name "Annabelle" and the documented UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Furthermore, the r-squared value of 0.8053334 underscored that over 80% of the variability in UFO sightings in Alaska could be explained by the prevalence of the name "Annabelle."
The visual representation of this intriguing relationship is encapsulated in Figure 1, a scatterplot that unmistakably illustrates the pronounced correlation between the frequency of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in Alaska. While the dry statistical language may convey a sense of formality, it is impossible to overlook the whimsical implications of this exploratory endeavor. The figure, when viewed with a dash of cosmic curiosity, presents a fanciful tableau of celestial intrigue and serendipitous nomenclature.
The calculated significance level of p < 0.01 further solidifies the statistical validity of the observed association, affirming that the likelihood of this striking correlation occurring by chance is exceedingly remote. In summation, our empirical investigation has unraveled the statistically significant correlation between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and the presence of UFO sightings in the rugged terrains of Alaska, stimulating contemplation on the cosmic interplay of appellations and the enigmatic allure of the Last Frontier.
In the annals of quirky correlations and improbable intersections, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" encapsulates the enchanting cocktail of cosmic whimsy and rigorous statistical inquiry, traversing the realms of etymology and ufology with a playful gait. This unexpected convergence of human naming trends and celestial visitations serves as both a testament to the unpredictability of the universe and an invitation to embrace the offbeat and the enigmatic in our quest for understanding the cosmic dance between "Annabelle" and the extraterrestrial enigmas that grace the Alaskan skies.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In the ethereal dance of statistical analysis and serendipitous nomenclature, our research has unveiled a compelling association between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the rugged expanses of Alaska. The robust correlation we have observed prompts us to ponder the cosmic implications of appellations and the extraterrestrial allure of the Last Frontier. While this may seem like an out-of-this-world revelation, it is imperative to approach our findings with a blend of cosmic curiosity and statistical rigor.

The whimsically-named "Annabelle-Alien Paradox" beckons us to consider the cosmic symphony of linguistic trends and celestial visitations, painting a fanciful tableau that captures the imagination. Yet, amidst this whimsical journey, it is crucial to acknowledge the limitations of our study and the need for further inquiry. As we bid adieu to this peculiar nexus of human naming trends and otherworldly enigmas, we assert with cosmic certainty that no more research is needed in this area.

After all, in the cosmic ballet of statistical anomalies and celestial romps, the unexpected charm of "Annabelle" and the enigmatic allure of UFO sightings in Alaska have amiably waltzed into the annals of whimsical statistical inquiry, leaving us with a blend of cosmic whimsy and a longing for earthly enchantment.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of academic journals. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding research, scientific, or academic journal that would publish a paper entited Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Interdisciplinary Journal of Exo-Statistical Studies


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of nonprofit research organizations and associations. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding nonprofit, academic, or scientific association or organization that would sponsor research that resulted in a paper entited Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Extraterrestrial Studies (IES)


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide potential search keywords separated by commas. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled Annabelle and the Aliens: Unveiling the Extraterrestrial Connection Through Statistical Analysis with an abstract of This groundbreaking research paper delves into the intriguing intersection of human nomenclature and otherworldly encounters by examining the correlation between the popularity of the first name "Annabelle" and UFO sightings in the enigmatic Alaskan wilderness. Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and the National UFO Reporting Center, our research team rigorously analyzed records spanning from 1975 to 2021, seeking to shed light on this curious connection.
Employing robust statistical methods, we identified a correlation coefficient of 0.8974037 and a significance level of p < 0.01, underscoring a strong and compelling relationship between the prevalence of the name "Annabelle" and reported UFO sightings in the vast Alaskan landscape. This whimsically-named phenomenon, the "Annabelle-Alien Paradox," prompts us to ponder the cosmic implications of appellations and the extraterrestrial allure of the Last Frontier.
Our study not only contributes to the interdisciplinary dialogue between etymology, ufology, and statistical analysis but also offers a lighthearted exploration of the captivating and often inexplicable phenomena that punctuate our earthly existence.

ChatGPT:

Annabelle, aliens, statistical analysis, UFO sightings, Alaskan wilderness, correlation, human nomenclature, US Social Security Administration, National UFO Reporting Center, Annabelle-Alien Paradox, cosmic implications, Last Frontier, etymology, ufology

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Data details

Popularity of the first name Annabelle
Detailed data title: Babies of all sexes born in the US named Annabelle
Source: US Social Security Administration
See what else correlates with Popularity of the first name Annabelle

UFO sightings in Alaska
Detailed data title: UFO sightings reported in Alaska
Source: National UFO Reporting Center
See what else correlates with UFO sightings in Alaska

Correlation r = 0.8974037 (Pearson correlation coefficient)
Correlation is a measure of how much the variables move together. If it is 0.99, when one goes up the other goes up. If it is 0.02, the connection is very weak or non-existent. If it is -0.99, then when one goes up the other goes down. If it is 1.00, you probably messed up your correlation function.

r2 = 0.8053334 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 80.5% of the change in the one variable (i.e., UFO sightings in Alaska) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Popularity of the first name Annabelle) over the 47 years from 1975 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 1.3E-17. 0.0000000000000000133900835726
The p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme. More specifically the p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme if we had only tested one pair of variables one time.

But I am a p-villain. I absolutely did not test only one pair of variables one time. I correlated hundreds of millions of pairs of variables. I threw boatloads of data into an industrial-sized blender to find this correlation.

Who is going to stop me? p-value reporting doesn't require me to report how many calculations I had to go through in order to find a low p-value!
On average, you will find a correaltion as strong as 0.9 in 1.3E-15% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 74,682,132,831,963,088 random variables You don't actually need 74 quadrillion variables to find a correlation like this one. I don't have that many variables in my database. You can also correlate variables that are not independent. I do this a lot.

p-value calculations are useful for understanding the probability of a result happening by chance. They are most useful when used to highlight the risk of a fluke outcome. For example, if you calculate a p-value of 0.30, the risk that the result is a fluke is high. It is good to know that! But there are lots of ways to get a p-value of less than 0.01, as evidenced by this project.

In this particular case, the values are so extreme as to be meaningless. That's why no one reports p-values with specificity after they drop below 0.01.

Just to be clear: I'm being completely transparent about the calculations. There is no math trickery. This is just how statistics shakes out when you calculate hundreds of millions of random correlations.
with the same 46 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 46 because we have two variables measured over a period of 47 years. It's just the number of years minus ( the number of variables minus one ), which in this case simplifies to the number of years minus one.
you would randomly expect to find a correlation as strong as this one.

[ 0.82, 0.94 ] 95% correlation confidence interval (using the Fisher z-transformation)
The confidence interval is an estimate the range of the value of the correlation coefficient, using the correlation itself as an input. The values are meant to be the low and high end of the correlation coefficient with 95% confidence.

This one is a bit more complciated than the other calculations, but I include it because many people have been pushing for confidence intervals instead of p-value calculations (for example: NEJM. However, if you are dredging data, you can reliably find yourself in the 5%. That's my goal!


All values for the years included above: If I were being very sneaky, I could trim years from the beginning or end of the datasets to increase the correlation on some pairs of variables. I don't do that because there are already plenty of correlations in my database without monkeying with the years.

Still, sometimes one of the variables has more years of data available than the other. This page only shows the overlapping years. To see all the years, click on "See what else correlates with..." link above.
19751976197719781979198019811982198319841985198619871988198919901991199219931994199519961997199819992000200120022003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021
Popularity of the first name Annabelle (Babies born)46745537505655515063535250618973791061031301942112413595215978629171063106714051667172918112062264027293063355843603279299826211983169513161143
UFO sightings in Alaska (UFO sightings)141301011223322300126351417111510141021137131613184350413439212319244




Why this works

  1. Data dredging: I have 25,153 variables in my database. I compare all these variables against each other to find ones that randomly match up. That's 632,673,409 correlation calculations! This is called “data dredging.” Instead of starting with a hypothesis and testing it, I instead abused the data to see what correlations shake out. It’s a dangerous way to go about analysis, because any sufficiently large dataset will yield strong correlations completely at random.
  2. Lack of causal connection: There is probably Because these pages are automatically generated, it's possible that the two variables you are viewing are in fact causually related. I take steps to prevent the obvious ones from showing on the site (I don't let data about the weather in one city correlate with the weather in a neighboring city, for example), but sometimes they still pop up. If they are related, cool! You found a loophole.
    no direct connection between these variables, despite what the AI says above. This is exacerbated by the fact that I used "Years" as the base variable. Lots of things happen in a year that are not related to each other! Most studies would use something like "one person" in stead of "one year" to be the "thing" studied.
  3. Observations not independent: For many variables, sequential years are not independent of each other. If a population of people is continuously doing something every day, there is no reason to think they would suddenly change how they are doing that thing on January 1. A simple Personally I don't find any p-value calculation to be 'simple,' but you know what I mean.
    p-value calculation does not take this into account, so mathematically it appears less probable than it really is.




Try it yourself

You can calculate the values on this page on your own! Try running the Python code to see the calculation results. Step 1: Download and install Python on your computer.

Step 2: Open a plaintext editor like Notepad and paste the code below into it.

Step 3: Save the file as "calculate_correlation.py" in a place you will remember, like your desktop. Copy the file location to your clipboard. On Windows, you can right-click the file and click "Properties," and then copy what comes after "Location:" As an example, on my computer the location is "C:\Users\tyler\Desktop"

Step 4: Open a command line window. For example, by pressing start and typing "cmd" and them pressing enter.

Step 5: Install the required modules by typing "pip install numpy", then pressing enter, then typing "pip install scipy", then pressing enter.

Step 6: Navigate to the location where you saved the Python file by using the "cd" command. For example, I would type "cd C:\Users\tyler\Desktop" and push enter.

Step 7: Run the Python script by typing "python calculate_correlation.py"

If you run into any issues, I suggest asking ChatGPT to walk you through installing Python and running the code below on your system. Try this question:

"Walk me through installing Python on my computer to run a script that uses scipy and numpy. Go step-by-step and ask me to confirm before moving on. Start by asking me questions about my operating system so that you know how to proceed. Assume I want the simplest installation with the latest version of Python and that I do not currently have any of the necessary elements installed. Remember to only give me one step per response and confirm I have done it before proceeding."


# These modules make it easier to perform the calculation
import numpy as np
from scipy import stats

# We'll define a function that we can call to return the correlation calculations
def calculate_correlation(array1, array2):

    # Calculate Pearson correlation coefficient and p-value
    correlation, p_value = stats.pearsonr(array1, array2)

    # Calculate R-squared as the square of the correlation coefficient
    r_squared = correlation**2

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([46,74,55,37,50,56,55,51,50,63,53,52,50,61,89,73,79,106,103,130,194,211,241,359,521,597,862,917,1063,1067,1405,1667,1729,1811,2062,2640,2729,3063,3558,4360,3279,2998,2621,1983,1695,1316,1143,])
array_2 = np.array([1,4,1,3,0,1,0,1,1,2,2,3,3,2,2,3,0,0,1,2,6,3,5,14,17,11,15,10,14,10,21,13,7,13,16,13,18,43,50,41,34,39,21,23,19,24,4,])
array_1_name = "Popularity of the first name Annabelle"
array_2_name = "UFO sightings in Alaska"

# Perform the calculation
print(f"Calculating the correlation between {array_1_name} and {array_2_name}...")
correlation, r_squared, p_value = calculate_correlation(array_1, array_2)

# Print the results
print("Correlation Coefficient:", correlation)
print("R-squared:", r_squared)
print("P-value:", p_value)



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