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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 Master's degrees awarded in gender studies and the second variable is Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'.  The chart goes from 2012 to 2021, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As fewer people became experts in diverse cultural perspectives, they realized that deleting browsing history did not actually erase the deep-rooted issues of internet privacy and data security. This shift in focus led to a collective effort to address the systemic issues at the core, rather than simply trying to wipe away the surface evidence. So, the decrease in Master's degrees awarded in these studies inadvertently sparked a movement towards advocating for comprehensive online privacy protection and reimagining the societal impact of digital footprints.

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Prompt: [ inspired by bauhaus ] Create an image of a figure holding two meticulously designed Master's degree certificates in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies. The figure stands poised in front of a sleek, minimalist computer screen. The screen displays a Google search bar open, and the search history shows recent searches for "how to delete browsing history." The entire scene is composed with clean lines and geometric shapes, in a style reminiscent of bauhaus. 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: Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies and Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'. 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: Celtic art Voxel art Magic realism Cutsy art illustration inspired by bauhaus
ChatGPT: inspired by bauhaus

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 Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies and Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history' together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: A person holding two Master's degree certificates in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies stands in front of a computer screen with a Google search bar open. The search history shows recent searches for "how to delete browsing history."

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: [ inspired by bauhaus ] and depicting this scene: A person holding two Master's degree certificates in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies stands in front of a computer screen with a Google search bar open. The search history shows recent searches for "how to delete browsing history." Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Prompt: [ inspired by bauhaus ] Create an image of a figure holding two meticulously designed Master's degree certificates in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies. The figure stands poised in front of a sleek, minimalist computer screen. The screen displays a Google search bar open, and the search history shows recent searches for "how to delete browsing history." The entire scene is composed with clean lines and geometric shapes, in a style reminiscent of bauhaus.

*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 Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies caused how to delete browsing history (Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history') to decrease.\Make it sound serious until the end.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History

The Journal of Cultural Studies and Computer Cover-Ups

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 Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies and Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title an alliteration.

Your research team used data from National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9806003 and p < 0.01 for 2012 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]]
Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we meticulously navigate the nexus between the granting of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the arcane art of erasing digital footprints. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends, we demonstrate a remarkably robust correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) between the two entities from 2012 to 2021. While one might suspect a mere happenstance, our findings suggest a connection that tickles the intellect and raises questions about the contemporary digital behavior of academic enthusiasts. This association prompts contemplation over the whimsical relationship between scholarly pursuits and cyber cleansing rituals, demonstrating that the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion may resonate more deeply within certain academia spheres.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies and Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we meticulously navigate the nexus between the granting of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the arcane art of erasing digital footprints. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends, we demonstrate a remarkably robust correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) between the two entities from 2012 to 2021. While one might suspect a mere happenstance, our findings suggest a connection that tickles the intellect and raises questions about the contemporary digital behavior of academic enthusiasts. This association prompts contemplation over the whimsical relationship between scholarly pursuits and cyber cleansing rituals, demonstrating that the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion may resonate more deeply within certain academia spheres.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The arcane art of conducting research often leads us down unexpected rabbit holes, uncovering connections that at first seem enigmatic or even whimsical. In this vein, our investigation delves into the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the mysterious act of deleting browsing history and its correlation with the bestowal of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies. At first glance, one might be tempted to dismiss this linkage as mere happenstance, a statistical fluke that coincidentally aligns these realms of academia with the clandestine world of digital footprints erasure. However, our inquiry suggests a more robust association, one that titillates the mind and raises questions about the contemporary digital proclivities of academic enthusiasts.

It is not often that the realms of academia and cyber hygiene intersect, yet our findings indicate an unexpectedly strong correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) over the period of 2012 to 2021. The National Center for Education Statistics has provided us with invaluable data on the conferral of Master's degrees in the specified fields, while Google Trends has furnished us with a quantitative measure of the curiosity surrounding the enigmatic act of deleting one's digital breadcrumbs. This synergistic utilization of disparate datasets has led us to uncover the mirthful match between scholarly pursuits and the cryptic quest to expunge one's online trail.

The juxtaposition of these variables invites contemplation on the whimsical relationship between scholarly endeavors and cyber cleansing rituals. As we embark on this academic endeavor, we are reminded of the age-old adage that "correlation does not imply causation", yet we cannot help but be amused by the thought that those delving into the nuances of gender studies or cultural anthropology may harbor an unusually fervent interest in the erasure of their digital activities. Perhaps the mysteries of Google queries and academic pursuits are more intertwined than previously envisaged, creating an unexpected enigma that begs for further exploration.

In the following sections, we will delve into the specifics of our methodology and data analysis, uncovering the intricacies of this peculiar correlation and teasing apart the potential implications it holds for academia and digital comportment. As we traverse this interdisciplinary terrain, we propose that beneath the dry facade of statistical analyses lies a curious confluence of intellect and digital intrigue, awaiting the wit and insight of the inquisitive researcher.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies and Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'. 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 cartoons and childrens' shows that you watched that are related to the topic.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we meticulously navigate the nexus between the granting of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the arcane art of erasing digital footprints. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends, we demonstrate a remarkably robust correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) between the two entities from 2012 to 2021. While one might suspect a mere happenstance, our findings suggest a connection that tickles the intellect and raises questions about the contemporary digital behavior of academic enthusiasts. This association prompts contemplation over the whimsical relationship between scholarly pursuits and cyber cleansing rituals, demonstrating that the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion may resonate more deeply within certain academia spheres.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The arcane art of conducting research often leads us down unexpected rabbit holes, uncovering connections that at first seem enigmatic or even whimsical. In this vein, our investigation delves into the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the mysterious act of deleting browsing history and its correlation with the bestowal of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies. At first glance, one might be tempted to dismiss this linkage as mere happenstance, a statistical fluke that coincidentally aligns these realms of academia with the clandestine world of digital footprints erasure. However, our inquiry suggests a more robust association, one that titillates the mind and raises questions about the contemporary digital proclivities of academic enthusiasts.
It is not often that the realms of academia and cyber hygiene intersect, yet our findings indicate an unexpectedly strong correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) over the period of 2012 to 2021. The National Center for Education Statistics has provided us with invaluable data on the conferral of Master's degrees in the specified fields, while Google Trends has furnished us with a quantitative measure of the curiosity surrounding the enigmatic act of deleting one's digital breadcrumbs. This synergistic utilization of disparate datasets has led us to uncover the mirthful match between scholarly pursuits and the cryptic quest to expunge one's online trail.
The juxtaposition of these variables invites contemplation on the whimsical relationship between scholarly endeavors and cyber cleansing rituals. As we embark on this academic endeavor, we are reminded of the age-old adage that "correlation does not imply causation", yet we cannot help but be amused by the thought that those delving into the nuances of gender studies or cultural anthropology may harbor an unusually fervent interest in the erasure of their digital activities. Perhaps the mysteries of Google queries and academic pursuits are more intertwined than previously envisaged, creating an unexpected enigma that begs for further exploration.
In the following sections, we will delve into the specifics of our methodology and data analysis, uncovering the intricacies of this peculiar correlation and teasing apart the potential implications it holds for academia and digital comportment. As we traverse this interdisciplinary terrain, we propose that beneath the dry facade of statistical analyses lies a curious confluence of intellect and digital intrigue, awaiting the wit and insight of the inquisitive researcher.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

Upon delving into the annals of scholarly research relevant to the interplay between academic pursuits and digital hygiene, we encountered a plethora of studies that shed light on the overarching themes of curiosity, behavior, and unexpected correlations. Smith et al. (2015) illuminate the intricate relationship between educational pursuits and individual habits, albeit with a focus on academic performance and online gaming rather than the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion. Nonetheless, their exploration of the intersection between scholarly endeavors and digital engagement serves as a tangential nod to the whimsical connections we aim to unravel in this study.

In a similar vein, Doe (2018) offers insights into the subconscious motivations underlying internet search behavior and its parallels with academic inclinations. While the author's work centers on the psychological underpinnings of search queries, there is an underlying resonance with our own investigation into the subtle predilection for erasing digital footprints among those immersed in the realms of Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies. These observations beckon us to consider the possibility of a subconscious desire to cleanse one's online trail as a metaphorical reflection of the quest for academic clarity and lucidity.

As we traverse the landscape of literature on this unusual nexus, we cannot help but note the paucity of direct parallels. Nevertheless, the profound interconnectedness of human behavior and academic pursuits is a recurring motif in the vast discourse of scholarly inquiry. The idea that individuals actively engaged in the study of cultural nuances or gender dynamics might seek to obscure their online activities presents a notion that titillates the intellect and challenges conventional wisdom.

Turning to non-fiction publications relevant to our investigation, "The Cyber Cleanse: Unraveling the Digital Subconscious" by A. Jones (2019) provides a thought-provoking examination of the subconscious desires that manifest in individuals' digital habits. Although the focus of Jones's work diverges from the specific academic spheres under study in our research, the broader exploration of digital compulsion and erasure resonates with our own inquiry into the unexpected predilection for obliterating browsing history within the context of academic acumen.

In the realm of fiction, one cannot ignore the literary meanderings that unwittingly meander into our domain. "Erasure: A Tale of Digital Redemption" by E. White (2017) may appear to be a work of fanciful imagination, but the underlying themes of cleansing and restoration bear an uncanny resemblance to our investigation. The parallels between White's fictional narrative and our real-world exploration add a delightful layer of whimsy to our scholarly pursuits, reminding us of the allure of hidden connections and unexpected revelations lurking within the recesses of academia and digital comportment.

Transitioning to more light-hearted influences, the nostalgic reminiscences of children's cartoons and shows paint a vibrant tapestry of tangentially related themes. Shows such as "The Magic School Bus" and "Scooby-Doo" subtly hint at the mysteries lurking beneath the surface, teasing the notion of unexpected correlations and whimsical revelations awaiting the keen observer. It is within this rich tapestry of influences that we navigate the labyrinthine confluence of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the elusive whimsy of deleting browsing history, urging the intrepid researcher to embrace the peculiarities with boundless mirth.

As we tiptoe through this array of literary and pop culture influences, we are reminded of the delightful complexity that characterizes our investigation, unveiling a tapestry of intellectual intrigue and fanciful correlations that beckon the researcher with a mischievous glint in their eye.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies and Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends . You used data from 2012 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]]
Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we meticulously navigate the nexus between the granting of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the arcane art of erasing digital footprints. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends, we demonstrate a remarkably robust correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) between the two entities from 2012 to 2021. While one might suspect a mere happenstance, our findings suggest a connection that tickles the intellect and raises questions about the contemporary digital behavior of academic enthusiasts. This association prompts contemplation over the whimsical relationship between scholarly pursuits and cyber cleansing rituals, demonstrating that the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion may resonate more deeply within certain academia spheres.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The arcane art of conducting research often leads us down unexpected rabbit holes, uncovering connections that at first seem enigmatic or even whimsical. In this vein, our investigation delves into the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the mysterious act of deleting browsing history and its correlation with the bestowal of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies. At first glance, one might be tempted to dismiss this linkage as mere happenstance, a statistical fluke that coincidentally aligns these realms of academia with the clandestine world of digital footprints erasure. However, our inquiry suggests a more robust association, one that titillates the mind and raises questions about the contemporary digital proclivities of academic enthusiasts.
It is not often that the realms of academia and cyber hygiene intersect, yet our findings indicate an unexpectedly strong correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) over the period of 2012 to 2021. The National Center for Education Statistics has provided us with invaluable data on the conferral of Master's degrees in the specified fields, while Google Trends has furnished us with a quantitative measure of the curiosity surrounding the enigmatic act of deleting one's digital breadcrumbs. This synergistic utilization of disparate datasets has led us to uncover the mirthful match between scholarly pursuits and the cryptic quest to expunge one's online trail.
The juxtaposition of these variables invites contemplation on the whimsical relationship between scholarly endeavors and cyber cleansing rituals. As we embark on this academic endeavor, we are reminded of the age-old adage that "correlation does not imply causation", yet we cannot help but be amused by the thought that those delving into the nuances of gender studies or cultural anthropology may harbor an unusually fervent interest in the erasure of their digital activities. Perhaps the mysteries of Google queries and academic pursuits are more intertwined than previously envisaged, creating an unexpected enigma that begs for further exploration.
In the following sections, we will delve into the specifics of our methodology and data analysis, uncovering the intricacies of this peculiar correlation and teasing apart the potential implications it holds for academia and digital comportment. As we traverse this interdisciplinary terrain, we propose that beneath the dry facade of statistical analyses lies a curious confluence of intellect and digital intrigue, awaiting the wit and insight of the inquisitive researcher.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unravel the whimsical relationship between the conferral of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the clandestine predilection for inquiring about the arcane act of deleting browsing history, our research team embarked on a journey that was part statistical sleuthing and part digital archaeology.

We utilized a retrospective longitudinal design, poring over data from the National Center for Education Statistics to track the annual number of Master's degrees awarded in the specified fields from 2012 to 2021. Our cohort of interest encompassed the curious connoisseurs of academic inquiry, delving into the intricacies of cultural nuances, gender dynamics, and ethnic tapestries in their scholarly pursuits. Embracing the whimsy of our investigation, we affectionately deemed this cohort the "Cultural Curators".

In parallel, we turned to the digital oracle known as Google Trends to quantitatively measure the mysterious allure of deleting one's digital trail. Through the obscure metrics and algorithmic esoterica of search queries, we aimed to capture the ebbs and flows of curiosity surrounding the enigma of browsing history purging. Here, our focus shifted to the inscrutable cohort of "Digital Vanishers", those seekers of cyber clandestine, who, perhaps in the throes of existential erasure, sought to cleanse their digital abodes of incriminating remnants.

The amalgamation of these disparate datasets, one steeped in academic achievement, the other in digital enigma, provided the bedding for our statistical courtship of correlation. Employing the venerable Pearson correlation coefficient, we sought to unveil the peculiar dance of digits that would affirm the invisible thread binding these phenomena. Our statistical tango was not without its adversaries, as we grappled with the specters of confounding variables and lurking outliers, yet through the ebb and flow of analysis, we emerged triumphant, with a robust correlation coefficient (r = 0.9806003) that beckoned us to embrace the whimsy of our findings.

Our analytical approach, enriched with as many puns as possible, allowed us to dissect the nuances of this curious correlation, teasing apart the statistical quirks and theoretical implications that underpin this mirthful match. The data dance between academic milestones and digital prudence has bestowed a sense of gleeful perplexity upon our research team, inviting fellow academicians to join us in the playful exploration of this unexpected nexus.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies and Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends .

For the time period 2012 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9806003, r-squared of 0.9615769, 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]]
Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we meticulously navigate the nexus between the granting of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the arcane art of erasing digital footprints. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends, we demonstrate a remarkably robust correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) between the two entities from 2012 to 2021. While one might suspect a mere happenstance, our findings suggest a connection that tickles the intellect and raises questions about the contemporary digital behavior of academic enthusiasts. This association prompts contemplation over the whimsical relationship between scholarly pursuits and cyber cleansing rituals, demonstrating that the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion may resonate more deeply within certain academia spheres.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The arcane art of conducting research often leads us down unexpected rabbit holes, uncovering connections that at first seem enigmatic or even whimsical. In this vein, our investigation delves into the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the mysterious act of deleting browsing history and its correlation with the bestowal of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies. At first glance, one might be tempted to dismiss this linkage as mere happenstance, a statistical fluke that coincidentally aligns these realms of academia with the clandestine world of digital footprints erasure. However, our inquiry suggests a more robust association, one that titillates the mind and raises questions about the contemporary digital proclivities of academic enthusiasts.
It is not often that the realms of academia and cyber hygiene intersect, yet our findings indicate an unexpectedly strong correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) over the period of 2012 to 2021. The National Center for Education Statistics has provided us with invaluable data on the conferral of Master's degrees in the specified fields, while Google Trends has furnished us with a quantitative measure of the curiosity surrounding the enigmatic act of deleting one's digital breadcrumbs. This synergistic utilization of disparate datasets has led us to uncover the mirthful match between scholarly pursuits and the cryptic quest to expunge one's online trail.
The juxtaposition of these variables invites contemplation on the whimsical relationship between scholarly endeavors and cyber cleansing rituals. As we embark on this academic endeavor, we are reminded of the age-old adage that "correlation does not imply causation", yet we cannot help but be amused by the thought that those delving into the nuances of gender studies or cultural anthropology may harbor an unusually fervent interest in the erasure of their digital activities. Perhaps the mysteries of Google queries and academic pursuits are more intertwined than previously envisaged, creating an unexpected enigma that begs for further exploration.
In the following sections, we will delve into the specifics of our methodology and data analysis, uncovering the intricacies of this peculiar correlation and teasing apart the potential implications it holds for academia and digital comportment. As we traverse this interdisciplinary terrain, we propose that beneath the dry facade of statistical analyses lies a curious confluence of intellect and digital intrigue, awaiting the wit and insight of the inquisitive researcher.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

RESULTS

The outcome of our analysis yielded remarkable and amusing results, unveiling a strong correlation between the bestowal of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the quest for erasing digital footprints. The correlation coefficient of 0.9806003, with an r-squared of 0.9615769, and a p-value of less than 0.01, signifies a robust relationship between these seemingly disparate entities. Despite the temptation to dismiss this association as a mere statistical anomaly, our findings compel us to consider the possibility of a deeper connection between academic pursuits and the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion.

As portrayed in Figure 1, the scatterplot illustrates the undeniable link between the two variables, capturing the convergence of scholarly endeavors and the clandestine act of digital hygiene. The scatterplot weaves a whimsical narrative, depicting the curiosity surrounding the erasure of digital footprints amidst the conferral of Master's degrees in specialized academic fields. This visual representation exemplifies the unexpected intersection of academia and digital comportment, inviting contemplation on the curious confluence of intellectual pursuits and cyber hygiene practices.

The significant correlation discovered in this study prompts a reevaluation of the contemporary digital proclivities of academic enthusiasts, suggesting a nuanced relationship between scholarly engagement and the peculiar predilection for tending to one's digital trail. While the age-old adage cautions that "correlation does not imply causation," the robustness of this association piques the imagination and fosters further inquiry into the whimsical relationship between mastering academic knowledge and the clandestine art of digital expungement.

In summary, our results shed light on the unexpected nexus between the conferment of Master's degrees in specialized fields and the enigmatic allure of erasing browsing history, sparking curiosity and contemplation on the quirky confluence of academic pursuits and digital comportment.

The next section will delve into a thorough discussion of these findings and their implications for academia and contemporary digital behavior, unraveling the underlying enigma that intertwines scholarly pursuits with the whimsical quest for digital cleanliness.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies and Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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]]
Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we meticulously navigate the nexus between the granting of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the arcane art of erasing digital footprints. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends, we demonstrate a remarkably robust correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) between the two entities from 2012 to 2021. While one might suspect a mere happenstance, our findings suggest a connection that tickles the intellect and raises questions about the contemporary digital behavior of academic enthusiasts. This association prompts contemplation over the whimsical relationship between scholarly pursuits and cyber cleansing rituals, demonstrating that the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion may resonate more deeply within certain academia spheres.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
Upon delving into the annals of scholarly research relevant to the interplay between academic pursuits and digital hygiene, we encountered a plethora of studies that shed light on the overarching themes of curiosity, behavior, and unexpected correlations. Smith et al. (2015) illuminate the intricate relationship between educational pursuits and individual habits, albeit with a focus on academic performance and online gaming rather than the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion. Nonetheless, their exploration of the intersection between scholarly endeavors and digital engagement serves as a tangential nod to the whimsical connections we aim to unravel in this study.
In a similar vein, Doe (2018) offers insights into the subconscious motivations underlying internet search behavior and its parallels with academic inclinations. While the author's work centers on the psychological underpinnings of search queries, there is an underlying resonance with our own investigation into the subtle predilection for erasing digital footprints among those immersed in the realms of Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies. These observations beckon us to consider the possibility of a subconscious desire to cleanse one's online trail as a metaphorical reflection of the quest for academic clarity and lucidity.
As we traverse the landscape of literature on this unusual nexus, we cannot help but note the paucity of direct parallels. Nevertheless, the profound interconnectedness of human behavior and academic pursuits is a recurring motif in the vast discourse of scholarly inquiry. The idea that individuals actively engaged in the study of cultural nuances or gender dynamics might seek to obscure their online activities presents a notion that titillates the intellect and challenges conventional wisdom.
Turning to non-fiction publications relevant to our investigation, "The Cyber Cleanse: Unraveling the Digital Subconscious" by A. Jones (2019) provides a thought-provoking examination of the subconscious desires that manifest in individuals' digital habits. Although the focus of Jones's work diverges from the specific academic spheres under study in our research, the broader exploration of digital compulsion and erasure resonates with our own inquiry into the unexpected predilection for obliterating browsing history within the context of academic acumen.
In the realm of fiction, one cannot ignore the literary meanderings that unwittingly meander into our domain. "Erasure: A Tale of Digital Redemption" by E. White (2017) may appear to be a work of fanciful imagination, but the underlying themes of cleansing and restoration bear an uncanny resemblance to our investigation. The parallels between White's fictional narrative and our real-world exploration add a delightful layer of whimsy to our scholarly pursuits, reminding us of the allure of hidden connections and unexpected revelations lurking within the recesses of academia and digital comportment.
Transitioning to more light-hearted influences, the nostalgic reminiscences of children's cartoons and shows paint a vibrant tapestry of tangentially related themes. Shows such as "The Magic School Bus" and "Scooby-Doo" subtly hint at the mysteries lurking beneath the surface, teasing the notion of unexpected correlations and whimsical revelations awaiting the keen observer. It is within this rich tapestry of influences that we navigate the labyrinthine confluence of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the elusive whimsy of deleting browsing history, urging the intrepid researcher to embrace the peculiarities with boundless mirth.
As we tiptoe through this array of literary and pop culture influences, we are reminded of the delightful complexity that characterizes our investigation, unveiling a tapestry of intellectual intrigue and fanciful correlations that beckon the researcher with a mischievous glint in their eye.

[[RESULTS]]
RESULTS
The outcome of our analysis yielded remarkable and amusing results, unveiling a strong correlation between the bestowal of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the quest for erasing digital footprints. The correlation coefficient of 0.9806003, with an r-squared of 0.9615769, and a p-value of less than 0.01, signifies a robust relationship between these seemingly disparate entities. Despite the temptation to dismiss this association as a mere statistical anomaly, our findings compel us to consider the possibility of a deeper connection between academic pursuits and the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion.
As portrayed in Figure 1, the scatterplot illustrates the undeniable link between the two variables, capturing the convergence of scholarly endeavors and the clandestine act of digital hygiene. The scatterplot weaves a whimsical narrative, depicting the curiosity surrounding the erasure of digital footprints amidst the conferral of Master's degrees in specialized academic fields. This visual representation exemplifies the unexpected intersection of academia and digital comportment, inviting contemplation on the curious confluence of intellectual pursuits and cyber hygiene practices.
The significant correlation discovered in this study prompts a reevaluation of the contemporary digital proclivities of academic enthusiasts, suggesting a nuanced relationship between scholarly engagement and the peculiar predilection for tending to one's digital trail. While the age-old adage cautions that "correlation does not imply causation," the robustness of this association piques the imagination and fosters further inquiry into the whimsical relationship between mastering academic knowledge and the clandestine art of digital expungement.
In summary, our results shed light on the unexpected nexus between the conferment of Master's degrees in specialized fields and the enigmatic allure of erasing browsing history, sparking curiosity and contemplation on the quirky confluence of academic pursuits and digital comportment.
The next section will delve into a thorough discussion of these findings and their implications for academia and contemporary digital behavior, unraveling the underlying enigma that intertwines scholarly pursuits with the whimsical quest for digital cleanliness.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

The culmination of our investigation has led us down a remarkably curious rabbit hole, revealing a correlation so robust that one may be tempted to exclaim, "It's as clear as a website without cookies!" Our findings not only support the existing research that touches upon the realms of curiosity, behavior, and unexpected correlations but also hint at a deeper, more whimsical connection between the pursuit of academic enlightenment and the enigmatic allure of 'how to delete browsing history' searches. The correlation coefficient resembling a binary 1 and a p-value lower than the calorie count in a low-fat data set undeniably point to a relationship that tickles the intellect and challenges conventional wisdom.

The scatterplot visually encapsulates the unexpected intersection of academia and digital comportment, offering a dance of data points that twirls through the realms of scholarly endeavors and the clandestine act of digital hygiene. This whimsical narrative invites contemplation on the curious confluence of intellectual pursuits and cyber cleanliness, leaving us to wonder if there is a "method" to the madness of mastering academic knowledge while simultaneously yearning for a method to erase one's digital footprints.

Our results prompt us to consider the possibility of a subconscious desire to cleanse one's online trail as a metaphorical reflection of the quest for academic clarity and lucidity, echoing the age-old adage that "a clean slate leads to a virtuous fate." Furthermore, the correlation discovered in this study challenges us to reassess the contemporary digital proclivities of academic enthusiasts, hinting at a nuanced relationship between scholarly engagement and the peculiar predilection for tending to one's digital trail. In other words, while correlation may not always imply causation, it certainly can lead to a digital housecleaning spree.

As we analyze the unexpected nexus between the conferral of Master's degrees in specialized fields and the clandestine art of digital expungement, we are reminded of the delightful complexity that characterizes our investigation and the whimsical correlations that lie just beneath the surface. In unraveling this enigma, we find ourselves embracing the peculiarities with boundless mirth, akin to an academic sleuth deciphering a cryptic digital message. The next steps in this journey will undoubtedly lead to further whimsical revelations as we explore the curiously captivating interplay of scholarship and cyber cleanliness.


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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.
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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 Master's degrees awarded in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies and Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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]]
Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we meticulously navigate the nexus between the granting of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the arcane art of erasing digital footprints. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends, we demonstrate a remarkably robust correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) between the two entities from 2012 to 2021. While one might suspect a mere happenstance, our findings suggest a connection that tickles the intellect and raises questions about the contemporary digital behavior of academic enthusiasts. This association prompts contemplation over the whimsical relationship between scholarly pursuits and cyber cleansing rituals, demonstrating that the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion may resonate more deeply within certain academia spheres.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The arcane art of conducting research often leads us down unexpected rabbit holes, uncovering connections that at first seem enigmatic or even whimsical. In this vein, our investigation delves into the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the mysterious act of deleting browsing history and its correlation with the bestowal of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies. At first glance, one might be tempted to dismiss this linkage as mere happenstance, a statistical fluke that coincidentally aligns these realms of academia with the clandestine world of digital footprints erasure. However, our inquiry suggests a more robust association, one that titillates the mind and raises questions about the contemporary digital proclivities of academic enthusiasts.
It is not often that the realms of academia and cyber hygiene intersect, yet our findings indicate an unexpectedly strong correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) over the period of 2012 to 2021. The National Center for Education Statistics has provided us with invaluable data on the conferral of Master's degrees in the specified fields, while Google Trends has furnished us with a quantitative measure of the curiosity surrounding the enigmatic act of deleting one's digital breadcrumbs. This synergistic utilization of disparate datasets has led us to uncover the mirthful match between scholarly pursuits and the cryptic quest to expunge one's online trail.
The juxtaposition of these variables invites contemplation on the whimsical relationship between scholarly endeavors and cyber cleansing rituals. As we embark on this academic endeavor, we are reminded of the age-old adage that "correlation does not imply causation", yet we cannot help but be amused by the thought that those delving into the nuances of gender studies or cultural anthropology may harbor an unusually fervent interest in the erasure of their digital activities. Perhaps the mysteries of Google queries and academic pursuits are more intertwined than previously envisaged, creating an unexpected enigma that begs for further exploration.
In the following sections, we will delve into the specifics of our methodology and data analysis, uncovering the intricacies of this peculiar correlation and teasing apart the potential implications it holds for academia and digital comportment. As we traverse this interdisciplinary terrain, we propose that beneath the dry facade of statistical analyses lies a curious confluence of intellect and digital intrigue, awaiting the wit and insight of the inquisitive researcher.

[[RESULTS]]
RESULTS
The outcome of our analysis yielded remarkable and amusing results, unveiling a strong correlation between the bestowal of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the quest for erasing digital footprints. The correlation coefficient of 0.9806003, with an r-squared of 0.9615769, and a p-value of less than 0.01, signifies a robust relationship between these seemingly disparate entities. Despite the temptation to dismiss this association as a mere statistical anomaly, our findings compel us to consider the possibility of a deeper connection between academic pursuits and the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion.
As portrayed in Figure 1, the scatterplot illustrates the undeniable link between the two variables, capturing the convergence of scholarly endeavors and the clandestine act of digital hygiene. The scatterplot weaves a whimsical narrative, depicting the curiosity surrounding the erasure of digital footprints amidst the conferral of Master's degrees in specialized academic fields. This visual representation exemplifies the unexpected intersection of academia and digital comportment, inviting contemplation on the curious confluence of intellectual pursuits and cyber hygiene practices.
The significant correlation discovered in this study prompts a reevaluation of the contemporary digital proclivities of academic enthusiasts, suggesting a nuanced relationship between scholarly engagement and the peculiar predilection for tending to one's digital trail. While the age-old adage cautions that "correlation does not imply causation," the robustness of this association piques the imagination and fosters further inquiry into the whimsical relationship between mastering academic knowledge and the clandestine art of digital expungement.
In summary, our results shed light on the unexpected nexus between the conferment of Master's degrees in specialized fields and the enigmatic allure of erasing browsing history, sparking curiosity and contemplation on the quirky confluence of academic pursuits and digital comportment.
The next section will delve into a thorough discussion of these findings and their implications for academia and contemporary digital behavior, unraveling the underlying enigma that intertwines scholarly pursuits with the whimsical quest for digital cleanliness.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



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[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our research has unveiled a delightfully robust correlation between the bestowal of Master’s degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the clandestine quest for deleting one’s digital footprints. The statistical rigor of our analysis and the whimsical narrative woven by the scatterplot have opened a portal into the unexpected intersection of academia and cyber hygiene. While we are reminded that correlation does not imply causation, the tantalizing robustness of this association invites contemplation, if not amusement, on the enigmatic relationship between scholarly pursuits and cyber cleanliness. As we traverse this mirthful match of intellect and digital intrigue, we cannot help but chuckle at the peculiar proclivity of certain academic enthusiasts for erasing their online trail, perhaps to ensure that their statistical sprees remain unseen. Hence, we assert that no further research in this area is needed, as this finding is undoubtedly one for the academic annals…and the browsing history.


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The Journal of Cultural Studies and Computer Cover-Ups


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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 Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

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The Society for Humorous Humanities Research


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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 Mapping the Mirthful Match: Master's Degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the Mystery of Deleting Browsing History with an abstract of In this study, we meticulously navigate the nexus between the granting of Master's degrees in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies and the peculiar predilection for inquiring about the arcane art of erasing digital footprints. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Google Trends, we demonstrate a remarkably robust correlation (r = 0.9806003, p < 0.01) between the two entities from 2012 to 2021. While one might suspect a mere happenstance, our findings suggest a connection that tickles the intellect and raises questions about the contemporary digital behavior of academic enthusiasts. This association prompts contemplation over the whimsical relationship between scholarly pursuits and cyber cleansing rituals, demonstrating that the enigmatic allure of browsing history deletion may resonate more deeply within certain academia spheres.

ChatGPT:

Master's degrees, Area studies, Ethnic studies, Cultural studies, Gender studies, Group studies, National Center for Education Statistics, Google Trends, correlation, academic behavior, digital footprints, scholarly pursuits, cyber cleansing rituals, browsing history deletion.

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Master's degrees awarded in gender studies
Detailed data title: Master's degrees conferred by postsecondary institutions in Area, ethnic, cultural, gender, and group studies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
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Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'
Detailed data title: Relative volume of Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history' (Worldwide, without quotes)
Source: Google Trends
Additional Info: Relative search volume (not absolute numbers)

See what else correlates with Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'

Correlation r = 0.9806003 (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 = 0.9615769 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 96.2% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history') is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Master's degrees awarded in gender studies) over the 10 years from 2012 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 6.05E-7. 0.0000006053594696863490000000
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 0.98 in 6.05E-5% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 1,651,911 random variables You don't actually need 1 million 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 9 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 9 because we have two variables measured over a period of 10 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.

[ 0.92, 1 ] 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.
2012201320142015201620172018201920202021
Master's degrees awarded in gender studies (Degrees awarded)1947189718441847176717171675159315271446
Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history' (Rel. search volume)85.7578.083377.416770.083356.416754.083350.416740.583338.416729.9167




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.
  4. Y-axis doesn't start at zero: I truncated the Y-axes of the graph above. I also used a line graph, which makes the visual connection stand out more than it deserves. Nothing against line graphs. They are great at telling a story when you have linear data! But visually it is deceptive because the only data is at the points on the graph, not the lines on the graph. In between each point, the data could have been doing anything. Like going for a random walk by itself!
    Mathematically what I showed is true, but it is intentionally misleading. Below is the same chart but with both Y-axes starting at zero.




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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([1947,1897,1844,1847,1767,1717,1675,1593,1527,1446,])
array_2 = np.array([85.75,78.0833,77.4167,70.0833,56.4167,54.0833,50.4167,40.5833,38.4167,29.9167,])
array_1_name = "Master's degrees awarded in gender studies"
array_2_name = "Google searches for 'how to delete browsing history'"

# 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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