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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 GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and the second variable is The number of electronics engineers in Illinois.  The chart goes from 2003 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As the corn's genetic modification dwindled, it seems the engineers just couldn't resist being a-maize-d by other career options. Without those GMOs, the corn couldn't corn-nect with the engineers on a kernel level, leading to a circuitous decrease in the number of tech-savvy individuals. It appears the engineers needed a different field to conduct their current, so they packed up their resistance and sought greener pastures. The correlation clearly shows that when it comes to engineering talent, GMO-free corn is not the kernel of success!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image that looks like it is a scene from a Disney movie, depicting a team of skilled electronics engineers in a vast cornfield in Illinois. The rows of genetically modified corn plants tower over the landscape as the engineers are seen amid the green stalks, focused and busy working on their laptops and circuit boards under the rustling leaves of the GMO corn. Merge the agricultural innovation of the Midwest with the intricacies of digital technology in a captivating and fantastical visual representation. 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: GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and The number of electronics engineers in Illinois. 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: Psychedelic An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie Cutsy graphics Voxel art Parallax art
ChatGPT: An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie

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 GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and The number of electronics engineers in Illinois together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a vast cornfield in Illinois, rows of towering genetically modified corn plants stretch across the landscape. Amidst the green stalks, a team of skilled electronics engineers gather, their laptops and circuit boards laid out on makeshift workstations. They appear focused, surrounded by the rustling leaves of the GMO corn, combining their technical expertise with the agricultural innovation that thrives in the heart of the Midwest.

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: [ An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie ] and depicting this scene: In a vast cornfield in Illinois, rows of towering genetically modified corn plants stretch across the landscape. Amidst the green stalks, a team of skilled electronics engineers gather, their laptops and circuit boards laid out on makeshift workstations. They appear focused, surrounded by the rustling leaves of the GMO corn, combining their technical expertise with the agricultural innovation that thrives in the heart of the Midwest. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image that looks like it is a scene from a Disney movie, depicting a team of skilled electronics engineers in a vast cornfield in Illinois. The rows of genetically modified corn plants tower over the landscape as the engineers are seen amid the green stalks, focused and busy working on their laptops and circuit boards under the rustling leaves of the GMO corn. Merge the agricultural innovation of the Midwest with the intricacies of digital technology in a captivating and fantastical visual representation.

*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 a decrease in GMO use in corn grown in Illinois caused The number of electronics engineers in Illinois to decrease. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois

The Journal of Agricultural Electronics and Sociology

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 GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and The number of electronics engineers in Illinois. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title punny if you can come up with clever pun. If not, make it sound serious.

Your research team used data from USDA and Bureau of Larbor Statistics to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9456589 and p < 0.01 for 2003 to 2022.

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]]
"Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the delectable world of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their potential impact on the abundance of electronics engineers in the state of Illinois. Utilizing data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a quest to uncover the kernel of truth behind this seemingly outlandish link. Through rigorous statistical analysis, we discovered a stunning correlation coefficient of 0.9456589 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning 2003 to 2022.

Our findings may sound as corny as a dad joke at first, but they shed light on the inner workings of the agri-tech industry and the labor market in Illinois. We invite readers to un-ear the implications of this unexpected connection, serving as a reminder that even in the world of academic research, there's always room for husky puns and curious correlations.


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 GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and The number of electronics engineers in Illinois. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the delectable world of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their potential impact on the abundance of electronics engineers in the state of Illinois. Utilizing data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a quest to uncover the kernel of truth behind this seemingly outlandish link. Through rigorous statistical analysis, we discovered a stunning correlation coefficient of 0.9456589 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning 2003 to 2022.

Our findings may sound as corny as a dad joke at first, but they shed light on the inner workings of the agri-tech industry and the labor market in Illinois. We invite readers to un-ear the implications of this unexpected connection, serving as a reminder that even in the world of academic research, there's always room for husky puns and curious correlations.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
INTRODUCTION

"Corn you believe it? GMOs and electronics engineers in Illinois might have more in common than meets the eye! Welcome, dear readers, to the delectable world of correlation, where kernels of truth meet circuits of discovery. In this paper, we embark on a journey to untangle the cobweb of relationships between the cultivation of genetically modified corn and the flourishing workforce of electronics engineers in the Land of Lincoln.

While some may dismiss this seemingly outlandish correlation as the stuff of science fiction, we assure you that our findings are as real as the stalks in a cornfield. By diving deep into the data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we aim to uncover the surprisingly high correlation between GMO usage in corn grown in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers employed in the state.

As we peel back the layers of this peculiar pairing, we invite you to embrace the husky world of agri-tech and the electrifying domain of engineering. So, grab your popcorn and prepare to be surprised as we dish out the juiciest kernels of knowledge and uncover the ear-resistible connection between corn and engineers. After all, in the world of research, there's always room for a-maize-ing discoveries and some corny humor along the way!"


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 GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and The number of electronics engineers in Illinois. Make lots of 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]]
"Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the delectable world of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their potential impact on the abundance of electronics engineers in the state of Illinois. Utilizing data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a quest to uncover the kernel of truth behind this seemingly outlandish link. Through rigorous statistical analysis, we discovered a stunning correlation coefficient of 0.9456589 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning 2003 to 2022.

Our findings may sound as corny as a dad joke at first, but they shed light on the inner workings of the agri-tech industry and the labor market in Illinois. We invite readers to un-ear the implications of this unexpected connection, serving as a reminder that even in the world of academic research, there's always room for husky puns and curious correlations.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
"Corn you believe it? GMOs and electronics engineers in Illinois might have more in common than meets the eye! Welcome, dear readers, to the delectable world of correlation, where kernels of truth meet circuits of discovery. In this paper, we embark on a journey to untangle the cobweb of relationships between the cultivation of genetically modified corn and the flourishing workforce of electronics engineers in the Land of Lincoln.
While some may dismiss this seemingly outlandish correlation as the stuff of science fiction, we assure you that our findings are as real as the stalks in a cornfield. By diving deep into the data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we aim to uncover the surprisingly high correlation between GMO usage in corn grown in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers employed in the state.
As we peel back the layers of this peculiar pairing, we invite you to embrace the husky world of agri-tech and the electrifying domain of engineering. So, grab your popcorn and prepare to be surprised as we dish out the juiciest kernels of knowledge and uncover the ear-resistible connection between corn and engineers. After all, in the world of research, there's always room for a-maize-ing discoveries and some corny humor along the way!"

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

To better understand the unlikely coupling of GMO usage in Illinois corn and the count of electronics engineers within the state, we turn to existing literature that seeks to make sense of this seemingly mismatched pair. Smith et al. (2015) delve into the agricultural landscape of Illinois, shedding light on the widespread use of genetically modified crops and their impact on the state's economy. Their thorough analysis provides valuable insight into the prevalence of GMOs in Illinois' corn production, setting the stage for our investigation into its relationship with the field of electronics engineering.

Doe and Jones (2018) offer a comprehensive examination of the labor market in Illinois, navigating through the complexities of employment trends and industry dynamics. Their work not only presents a detailed overview of the electronics engineering sector but also highlights the state's reliance on agricultural activities. As we dive into their findings, it becomes evident that the intersection of these two distinct domains may hold unforeseen connections that defy conventional wisdom.

After traversing through the scholarly research, we now shift our focus to a more unconventional approach, drawing insights from non-fiction literature that traverses the realms of agriculture, technology, and serendipitous correlations. "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan presents a captivating narrative on the evolution of food production, offering a nuanced understanding of genetically modified organisms and their prevalence in modern agricultural practices. Simultaneously, "The Code: Silicon Valley and the Remaking of America" by Margaret O'Mara provides a glimpse into the interplay between technological innovation and regional economies, mirroring the underlying themes of our own investigation.

However, we must not shy away from the whimsical world of fiction, as it occasionally illuminates unexpected parallels to our research pursuits. "The Corn Whisperer" by Laura Bradford and "The Electronics Engineer's Secret" by Theresa McLeay, while purely works of imagination, inadvertently beckon us to ponder the enigmatic connection between the starchy staple and the enigmatic engineering enclave.

Taking a brief detour into cinema, we find ourselves drawn to movies that, albeit tangentially related, encapsulate the spirit of innovation and agricultural marvels. Films such as "Field of Dreams", "The Matrix", and "Interstellar" whisk us away on a celluloid adventure, weaving together threads of cornfields, cutting-edge technology, and mind-bending narratives. Though these cinematic spectacles may seem far removed from our research premise, they serve as a whimsical reminder that truth often hides in the most unexpected of places.

With the literature review casting a wide net across the scholarly, fictional, and cinematic realms, we embark on a journey that unites the seemingly disparate worlds of corn and electronics engineering, inviting readers to join us as we unravel the corny correlation with an electric twist.


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 GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and The number of electronics engineers in Illinois. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from USDA and Bureau of Larbor Statistics . You used data from 2003 to 2022

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]]
"Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the delectable world of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their potential impact on the abundance of electronics engineers in the state of Illinois. Utilizing data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a quest to uncover the kernel of truth behind this seemingly outlandish link. Through rigorous statistical analysis, we discovered a stunning correlation coefficient of 0.9456589 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning 2003 to 2022.

Our findings may sound as corny as a dad joke at first, but they shed light on the inner workings of the agri-tech industry and the labor market in Illinois. We invite readers to un-ear the implications of this unexpected connection, serving as a reminder that even in the world of academic research, there's always room for husky puns and curious correlations.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
"Corn you believe it? GMOs and electronics engineers in Illinois might have more in common than meets the eye! Welcome, dear readers, to the delectable world of correlation, where kernels of truth meet circuits of discovery. In this paper, we embark on a journey to untangle the cobweb of relationships between the cultivation of genetically modified corn and the flourishing workforce of electronics engineers in the Land of Lincoln.
While some may dismiss this seemingly outlandish correlation as the stuff of science fiction, we assure you that our findings are as real as the stalks in a cornfield. By diving deep into the data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we aim to uncover the surprisingly high correlation between GMO usage in corn grown in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers employed in the state.
As we peel back the layers of this peculiar pairing, we invite you to embrace the husky world of agri-tech and the electrifying domain of engineering. So, grab your popcorn and prepare to be surprised as we dish out the juiciest kernels of knowledge and uncover the ear-resistible connection between corn and engineers. After all, in the world of research, there's always room for a-maize-ing discoveries and some corny humor along the way!"

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

METHODOLOGY

In this galvanizing pursuit of probing the correlation between genetically modified corn and the number of electronics engineers in Illinois, our research team implemented a multi-faceted methodology that was as varied as the hues of corn in a sun-kissed field.

Data Collection:
To sow the seeds of our research, we harnessed the power of data from various sources, chiefly relying on the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Like enthusiastic harvesters, we gleaned information spanning from 2003 to 2022, ensuring the breadth and depth of our dataset surpassed even the most sprawling cornfields.

Corn-y Coding:
Once we amassed the data, our team of data wizards embarked on a whirlwind of coding, perhaps resembling a marathon of husking corn in the twilight hours. Utilizing advanced statistical packages and programming languages, we cleaned and prepped the dataset with the precision of a farmer tending to a prized crop.

Rigorous Statistical Analysis:
With the dataset scrubbed and polished, we hunkered down for the crème de la crème of our methodology – the statistical analysis. Like seasoned chefs concocting a delectable recipe, we meticulously employed a range of statistical techniques, from correlation analysis to regression modeling, to unveil the tantalizing relationship between GMO usage in corn and the workforce of electronics engineers.

Controlled Variables:
In our approach, we prudently accounted for potential confounding variables, ensuring that our analysis remained as crisp and flavorful as an ear of freshly grilled corn. We scrutinized factors such as population demographics, employment trends, and technological advancements, aiming to isolate the direct impact of GMO corn cultivation on the proliferation of electronics engineering roles.

Robust Sensitivity Analysis:
In the spirit of meticulous inquiry, we conducted an array of sensitivity analyses, akin to seasoning a dish with a hint of salt and a dash of spice. These analyses allowed us to assess the robustness of our findings and determine the resilience of the correlation under varying conditions, safeguarding against potential statistical palatability issues.

Ethical Considerations:
Amidst the fervor of our research, we were unwavering in our commitment to ethical principles. Much like a conscientious farmer nurturing the land, we upheld the highest standards of data privacy and integrity, ensuring that our findings were presented with the utmost transparency and honesty.

In summary, our methodology, much like the interplay of genes in a strand of GM corn, was a carefully woven tapestry of data collection, analysis, and ethical rigor. We believe this approach has allowed us to present findings that are as rich and nourishing as a harvest of golden corn, resonating with the complexities of both the agricultural and engineering landscapes.


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 GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and The number of electronics engineers in Illinois. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from USDA and Bureau of Larbor Statistics .

For the time period 2003 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.9456589, r-squared of 0.8942708, 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]]
"Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the delectable world of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their potential impact on the abundance of electronics engineers in the state of Illinois. Utilizing data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a quest to uncover the kernel of truth behind this seemingly outlandish link. Through rigorous statistical analysis, we discovered a stunning correlation coefficient of 0.9456589 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning 2003 to 2022.

Our findings may sound as corny as a dad joke at first, but they shed light on the inner workings of the agri-tech industry and the labor market in Illinois. We invite readers to un-ear the implications of this unexpected connection, serving as a reminder that even in the world of academic research, there's always room for husky puns and curious correlations.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
INTRODUCTION
"Corn you believe it? GMOs and electronics engineers in Illinois might have more in common than meets the eye! Welcome, dear readers, to the delectable world of correlation, where kernels of truth meet circuits of discovery. In this paper, we embark on a journey to untangle the cobweb of relationships between the cultivation of genetically modified corn and the flourishing workforce of electronics engineers in the Land of Lincoln.
While some may dismiss this seemingly outlandish correlation as the stuff of science fiction, we assure you that our findings are as real as the stalks in a cornfield. By diving deep into the data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we aim to uncover the surprisingly high correlation between GMO usage in corn grown in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers employed in the state.
As we peel back the layers of this peculiar pairing, we invite you to embrace the husky world of agri-tech and the electrifying domain of engineering. So, grab your popcorn and prepare to be surprised as we dish out the juiciest kernels of knowledge and uncover the ear-resistible connection between corn and engineers. After all, in the world of research, there's always room for a-maize-ing discoveries and some corny humor along the way!"

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

Our research yielded a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.9456589, with an r-squared value of 0.8942708, and an eye-popping p-value of less than 0.01. This correlation indicates a striking relationship between the usage of genetically modified corn in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers employed in the state.

Fig. 1 reveals the visually stunning scatterplot that showcases the undeniable connection between these two seemingly unrelated variables. It's as if GMO corn and electronics engineers in Illinois are engaged in a captivating tango of technological advancement and agricultural innovation. Who would have thought that the humble cornfield could be the birthplace of circuits and semiconductor marvels?

In an age where technological innovations sprout like corn stalks, our results highlight a kernel of truth that may seem quite corny at first glance, but it undoubtedly raises eyebrows. The towering presence of electronics engineers in Illinois appears to be intricately tied to the growth and utilization of genetically modified corn. It's almost as if the corn is whispering secrets of transistor design and circuit optimization to the engineers as they stroll through the fields.

This unexpected link between GMO usage and the engineering workforce prompts us to question if the cornfield may harbor more than meets the eye. Could it be that the genetically modified corn is imbuing the engineers with an extra spark of innovation, leading to the creation of electrifying gadgets and gizmos? Or perhaps the engineers find inspiration in the resilience and adaptability of the corn, translating these qualities into their technological masterpieces?

The findings of this study may seem as refreshing as an ear of juicy corn on a hot summer day, but they undoubtedly shed light on the dynamic interplay between agriculture and technology. The implications of this corny correlation extend beyond the boundaries of Illinois, reaching into the vast fields of agri-tech and the interconnected network of engineering marvels.

In conclusion, our results uncover a correlation between GMO usage in corn grown in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers in the state that is as clear as day. This unexpected connection serves as a humorous reminder that even in the serious realm of academic research, there's always room for a-maize-ing discoveries, husky puns, and spectacular surprises.


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 GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and The number of electronics engineers in Illinois. Make lots of 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]]
"Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the delectable world of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their potential impact on the abundance of electronics engineers in the state of Illinois. Utilizing data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a quest to uncover the kernel of truth behind this seemingly outlandish link. Through rigorous statistical analysis, we discovered a stunning correlation coefficient of 0.9456589 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning 2003 to 2022.

Our findings may sound as corny as a dad joke at first, but they shed light on the inner workings of the agri-tech industry and the labor market in Illinois. We invite readers to un-ear the implications of this unexpected connection, serving as a reminder that even in the world of academic research, there's always room for husky puns and curious correlations.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
To better understand the unlikely coupling of GMO usage in Illinois corn and the count of electronics engineers within the state, we turn to existing literature that seeks to make sense of this seemingly mismatched pair. Smith et al. (2015) delve into the agricultural landscape of Illinois, shedding light on the widespread use of genetically modified crops and their impact on the state's economy. Their thorough analysis provides valuable insight into the prevalence of GMOs in Illinois' corn production, setting the stage for our investigation into its relationship with the field of electronics engineering.
Doe and Jones (2018) offer a comprehensive examination of the labor market in Illinois, navigating through the complexities of employment trends and industry dynamics. Their work not only presents a detailed overview of the electronics engineering sector but also highlights the state's reliance on agricultural activities. As we dive into their findings, it becomes evident that the intersection of these two distinct domains may hold unforeseen connections that defy conventional wisdom.
After traversing through the scholarly research, we now shift our focus to a more unconventional approach, drawing insights from non-fiction literature that traverses the realms of agriculture, technology, and serendipitous correlations. "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan presents a captivating narrative on the evolution of food production, offering a nuanced understanding of genetically modified organisms and their prevalence in modern agricultural practices. Simultaneously, "The Code: Silicon Valley and the Remaking of America" by Margaret O'Mara provides a glimpse into the interplay between technological innovation and regional economies, mirroring the underlying themes of our own investigation.
However, we must not shy away from the whimsical world of fiction, as it occasionally illuminates unexpected parallels to our research pursuits. "The Corn Whisperer" by Laura Bradford and "The Electronics Engineer's Secret" by Theresa McLeay, while purely works of imagination, inadvertently beckon us to ponder the enigmatic connection between the starchy staple and the enigmatic engineering enclave.
Taking a brief detour into cinema, we find ourselves drawn to movies that, albeit tangentially related, encapsulate the spirit of innovation and agricultural marvels. Films such as "Field of Dreams", "The Matrix", and "Interstellar" whisk us away on a celluloid adventure, weaving together threads of cornfields, cutting-edge technology, and mind-bending narratives. Though these cinematic spectacles may seem far removed from our research premise, they serve as a whimsical reminder that truth often hides in the most unexpected of places.
With the literature review casting a wide net across the scholarly, fictional, and cinematic realms, we embark on a journey that unites the seemingly disparate worlds of corn and electronics engineering, inviting readers to join us as we unravel the corny correlation with an electric twist.

[[RESULTS]]
Our research yielded a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.9456589, with an r-squared value of 0.8942708, and an eye-popping p-value of less than 0.01. This correlation indicates a striking relationship between the usage of genetically modified corn in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers employed in the state.
Fig. 1 reveals the visually stunning scatterplot that showcases the undeniable connection between these two seemingly unrelated variables. It's as if GMO corn and electronics engineers in Illinois are engaged in a captivating tango of technological advancement and agricultural innovation. Who would have thought that the humble cornfield could be the birthplace of circuits and semiconductor marvels?
In an age where technological innovations sprout like corn stalks, our results highlight a kernel of truth that may seem quite corny at first glance, but it undoubtedly raises eyebrows. The towering presence of electronics engineers in Illinois appears to be intricately tied to the growth and utilization of genetically modified corn. It's almost as if the corn is whispering secrets of transistor design and circuit optimization to the engineers as they stroll through the fields.
This unexpected link between GMO usage and the engineering workforce prompts us to question if the cornfield may harbor more than meets the eye. Could it be that the genetically modified corn is imbuing the engineers with an extra spark of innovation, leading to the creation of electrifying gadgets and gizmos? Or perhaps the engineers find inspiration in the resilience and adaptability of the corn, translating these qualities into their technological masterpieces?
The findings of this study may seem as refreshing as an ear of juicy corn on a hot summer day, but they undoubtedly shed light on the dynamic interplay between agriculture and technology. The implications of this corny correlation extend beyond the boundaries of Illinois, reaching into the vast fields of agri-tech and the interconnected network of engineering marvels.
In conclusion, our results uncover a correlation between GMO usage in corn grown in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers in the state that is as clear as day. This unexpected connection serves as a humorous reminder that even in the serious realm of academic research, there's always room for a-maize-ing discoveries, husky puns, and spectacular surprises.

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Your response should start like this:

[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

The findings of our study unearth a tantalizing correlation between the utilization of genetically modified corn in Illinois and the abundance of electronics engineers in the state, leaving us to ponder the intricacies of this seemingly whimsical connection. Our results not only support but also add an electrifying twist to the prior research that ventured into the depths of this enigmatic correlation.

Smith et al. (2015) may have sown the seeds of curiosity with their exploration of the prevalence of GMOs in Illinois' corn production, but our study takes their revelations a-maize-ingly further. The robust correlation coefficient we uncovered echoes the agricultural landscape they navigated, illuminating unforeseen overlaps with the realm of electronics engineering. It's almost as if the GMO corn has whispered its technological secrets to the engineers, inspiring a dance of technological advancement that transcends the traditional boundaries of agriculture and innovation.

Doe and Jones (2018) provided a nuanced understanding of the labor market in Illinois, painting a canvas that depicted the state's reliance on agricultural activities. Our findings add a jolt of energy to their landscape, showcasing how the seemingly unassuming cornfields hold the potential to spark innovation in the high-tech world. The unexpected correlation we unveiled amplifies the interconnectedness Doe and Jones hinted at, evoking a whimsical twist that extends beyond conventional labor market analyses.

As we navigate across the scholarly, fictional, and cinematic realms through the lens of our whimsical literature review, our study serves as a testament to the notion that truth often hides in the most unexpected of places. Our findings not only validate but also escalate the playful echoes of fiction and cinema in illuminating unexpected parallels to our research pursuits. Just like the corny narratives in "The Corn Whisperer" and "The Electronics Engineer's Secret", our results beckon us to ponder the serendipitous connection between the starchy staple and the enigmatic engineering enclave.

In essence, our research basks in the aura of this corny correlation with an electric twist, reminding the academic community that even amidst the rigors of statistical analysis, there's always room for a-maize-ing discoveries, husky puns, and unexpected surprises. As we leave our readers pondering the vibrancy of this fusion of agriculture and technology, we invite them to join us in uncovering the dazzling intersection of GMO corn and electronics engineering – a discovery that may seem as fantastical as a well-crafted movie plot, but one that sparks a kernel of truth in the expansive fields of academic research.


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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 GMO use in corn grown in Illinois and The number of electronics engineers in Illinois. Make lots of 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]]
"Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the delectable world of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their potential impact on the abundance of electronics engineers in the state of Illinois. Utilizing data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a quest to uncover the kernel of truth behind this seemingly outlandish link. Through rigorous statistical analysis, we discovered a stunning correlation coefficient of 0.9456589 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning 2003 to 2022.

Our findings may sound as corny as a dad joke at first, but they shed light on the inner workings of the agri-tech industry and the labor market in Illinois. We invite readers to un-ear the implications of this unexpected connection, serving as a reminder that even in the world of academic research, there's always room for husky puns and curious correlations.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
"Corn you believe it? GMOs and electronics engineers in Illinois might have more in common than meets the eye! Welcome, dear readers, to the delectable world of correlation, where kernels of truth meet circuits of discovery. In this paper, we embark on a journey to untangle the cobweb of relationships between the cultivation of genetically modified corn and the flourishing workforce of electronics engineers in the Land of Lincoln.
While some may dismiss this seemingly outlandish correlation as the stuff of science fiction, we assure you that our findings are as real as the stalks in a cornfield. By diving deep into the data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we aim to uncover the surprisingly high correlation between GMO usage in corn grown in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers employed in the state.
As we peel back the layers of this peculiar pairing, we invite you to embrace the husky world of agri-tech and the electrifying domain of engineering. So, grab your popcorn and prepare to be surprised as we dish out the juiciest kernels of knowledge and uncover the ear-resistible connection between corn and engineers. After all, in the world of research, there's always room for a-maize-ing discoveries and some corny humor along the way!"

[[RESULTS]]
Our research yielded a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.9456589, with an r-squared value of 0.8942708, and an eye-popping p-value of less than 0.01. This correlation indicates a striking relationship between the usage of genetically modified corn in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers employed in the state.
Fig. 1 reveals the visually stunning scatterplot that showcases the undeniable connection between these two seemingly unrelated variables. It's as if GMO corn and electronics engineers in Illinois are engaged in a captivating tango of technological advancement and agricultural innovation. Who would have thought that the humble cornfield could be the birthplace of circuits and semiconductor marvels?
In an age where technological innovations sprout like corn stalks, our results highlight a kernel of truth that may seem quite corny at first glance, but it undoubtedly raises eyebrows. The towering presence of electronics engineers in Illinois appears to be intricately tied to the growth and utilization of genetically modified corn. It's almost as if the corn is whispering secrets of transistor design and circuit optimization to the engineers as they stroll through the fields.
This unexpected link between GMO usage and the engineering workforce prompts us to question if the cornfield may harbor more than meets the eye. Could it be that the genetically modified corn is imbuing the engineers with an extra spark of innovation, leading to the creation of electrifying gadgets and gizmos? Or perhaps the engineers find inspiration in the resilience and adaptability of the corn, translating these qualities into their technological masterpieces?
The findings of this study may seem as refreshing as an ear of juicy corn on a hot summer day, but they undoubtedly shed light on the dynamic interplay between agriculture and technology. The implications of this corny correlation extend beyond the boundaries of Illinois, reaching into the vast fields of agri-tech and the interconnected network of engineering marvels.
In conclusion, our results uncover a correlation between GMO usage in corn grown in Illinois and the number of electronics engineers in the state that is as clear as day. This unexpected connection serves as a humorous reminder that even in the serious realm of academic research, there's always room for a-maize-ing discoveries, husky puns, and spectacular surprises.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



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[[CONCLUSION]]

In closing, we must acknowledge that our findings have truly taken root in the fertile soil of correlation. The connection between GMO usage in corn in Illinois and the abundance of electronics engineers is not merely a cornicopia of statistical jargon but a-maize-ing evidence of the whispers that emanate from the cornfields of innovation.

As we sift through the data, it's hard to husk away from the notion that perhaps the genetically modified corn is swapping trade secrets with the engineers, leading to ear-resistibly inventive technological advancements. Who knew that the humble cornstalks could hold the kernels of inspiration for circuitry and microchip design? It seems that the corn is not just a-maize-ing, but also a-maize-ingly influential!

It's clear that our research has cracked open a cornucopia of possibilities, proving that even the most unexpected correlations can yield the juiciest kernels of knowledge. With a correlation coefficient that's as strong as a sturdy cob, it's safe to say that we have buttered up the scientific community with our unexpected findings.

In the spirit of scientific rigor, we are left with no option but to assert that our research has lapped up all possible avenues of inquiry in this field. It's time to pop the corn of celebration and declare that no further research is warranted! After all, when it comes to GMO corn and electronics engineers, we've harvested all the kernels of truth.

So, let's bid adieu to this a-maize-ing adventure and toast to the un-ear-thing of this surprising correlation. As the saying goes, "corngratulations are in order" for our team, as we've certainly given the world of research something to chew on – and that's no small kernel of truth!

No more research is needed in this area.


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The Journal of Agricultural Electronics and Sociology


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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 Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

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Society for the Advancement of Alternative Agricultural Research (SAAAR)


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User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled Grain Gain: A Corny Correlation between GMO Usage and Electronics Engineers in Illinois with an abstract of This study delves into the delectable world of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their potential impact on the abundance of electronics engineers in the state of Illinois. Utilizing data from the USDA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a quest to uncover the kernel of truth behind this seemingly outlandish link. Through rigorous statistical analysis, we discovered a stunning correlation coefficient of 0.9456589 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning 2003 to 2022.
Our findings may sound as corny as a dad joke at first, but they shed light on the inner workings of the agri-tech industry and the labor market in Illinois. We invite readers to un-ear the implications of this unexpected connection, serving as a reminder that even in the world of academic research, there's always room for husky puns and curious correlations.

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GMOs, electronics engineers, Illinois, genetically modified organisms, agriculture technology industry, labor market, correlation coefficient, statistical analysis, USDA data, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Illinois engineers, GMO usage, agri-tech industry, academic research, correlation between GMOs and engineers

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Data details

GMO use in corn grown in Illinois
Detailed data title: Percent of all corn planted in Illinois that is genetically modified to be insect-resistant (Bt), but not herbicide-tolerant (HT)
Source: USDA
See what else correlates with GMO use in corn grown in Illinois

The number of electronics engineers in Illinois
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of electronics engineers, except computer in Illinois
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of electronics engineers in Illinois

Correlation r = 0.9456589 (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 = 0.8942708 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 89.4% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of electronics engineers in Illinois) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., GMO use in corn grown in Illinois) over the 20 years from 2003 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 3.2E-10. 0.0000000003219306239223178600
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 0.95 in 3.2E-8% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 3,106,259,317 random variables You don't actually need 3 billion 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 19 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 19 because we have two variables measured over a period of 20 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.

[ 0.87, 0.98 ] 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.
20032004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
GMO use in corn grown in Illinois (GMO corn %)232625241913101514144312311222
The number of electronics engineers in Illinois (Laborers)53805270560052704480412040405070497043702940261028303120329028002750254028601880




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([23,26,25,24,19,13,10,15,14,14,4,3,1,2,3,1,1,2,2,2,])
array_2 = np.array([5380,5270,5600,5270,4480,4120,4040,5070,4970,4370,2940,2610,2830,3120,3290,2800,2750,2540,2860,1880,])
array_1_name = "GMO use in corn grown in Illinois"
array_2_name = "The number of electronics engineers in Illinois"

# 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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