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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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and the second variable is Biomass power generated in Latvia.  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 the number of Physical Science and Science Technology graduates rose, so did their 'wattage' of knowledge and expertise. It seems they really knew how to 'ignite' a passion for biomass power in Latvia, creating a 'renewable spark' of innovation. After all, when it comes to generating energy from organic materials, these graduates were the ultimate 'biomass-ter minds'!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: [ An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie ] Show a group of joyful graduates in colorful academic gowns and caps, standing in front of a university lab in Latvia. They proudly display their Bachelor's degrees in Physical Sciences and Science Technologies. Behind them, a whimsically designed biomass power plant emits bright, sparkling energy, as workers in charming overalls feed wood chips into the furnaces. The atmosphere is filled with an air of accomplishment and a sense of sustainable progress, beautifully representing the union of scientific expertise and renewable energy. 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: Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies and Biomass power generated in Latvia. 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: inspired by bauhaus Psychedelic An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie Cute cartoon Magic realism
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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies and Biomass power generated in Latvia together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a university lab in Latvia, a group of graduates proudly display their Bachelor's degrees in Physical Sciences and Science Technologies. They stand next to a biomass power plant, where workers are busy feeding wood chips into the furnaces to generate renewable energy. The graduates smile as they observe the sustainable energy production that aligns with their scientific expertise.

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 university lab in Latvia, a group of graduates proudly display their Bachelor's degrees in Physical Sciences and Science Technologies. They stand next to a biomass power plant, where workers are busy feeding wood chips into the furnaces to generate renewable energy. The graduates smile as they observe the sustainable energy production that aligns with their scientific expertise. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: [ An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie ] Show a group of joyful graduates in colorful academic gowns and caps, standing in front of a university lab in Latvia. They proudly display their Bachelor's degrees in Physical Sciences and Science Technologies. Behind them, a whimsically designed biomass power plant emits bright, sparkling energy, as workers in charming overalls feed wood chips into the furnaces. The atmosphere is filled with an air of accomplishment and a sense of sustainable progress, beautifully representing the union of scientific expertise and renewable energy.

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

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

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106 (fine-tuned)
System prompt: You provide humorous responses in the form of plausible sounding explanations for correlations. You assume the correlation is causative for the purpose of the explanation even if it is ridiculous. You do not chat with the user, you only reply with the causal connection explanation and nothing else.
User prompt: Please make up a funny explanation for how an increase in Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies caused Biomass power generated in Latvia to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
The Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia

The Journal of Renewable Energy Dynamics and Education

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 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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies and Biomass power generated in Latvia. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title a clever pun.

Your research team used data from National Center for Education Statistics and Energy Information Administration to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9887709 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]]
The "Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we ventured to unearth the tangled roots of the relationship between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies, and the production of biomass power in the verdant land of Latvia. Employing a blend of data mining techniques and statistical sorcery, our research sleuths analyzed a decade's worth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Energy Information Administration. The thunderous cacophony of our findings reverberated through the halls of academia, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9887709 with a p-value proclaiming significance at less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2012 to 2021. Our study not only sheds light on the symbiotic dance between educational pursuits and renewable energy production but also serves as a reminder that in the world of research, correlations can sometimes hide in the unlikeliest of places, much like that lone sock that vanishes into the abyss of the laundry.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies and Biomass power generated in Latvia. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The "Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we ventured to unearth the tangled roots of the relationship between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies, and the production of biomass power in the verdant land of Latvia. Employing a blend of data mining techniques and statistical sorcery, our research sleuths analyzed a decade's worth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Energy Information Administration. The thunderous cacophony of our findings reverberated through the halls of academia, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9887709 with a p-value proclaiming significance at less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2012 to 2021. Our study not only sheds light on the symbiotic dance between educational pursuits and renewable energy production but also serves as a reminder that in the world of research, correlations can sometimes hide in the unlikeliest of places, much like that lone sock that vanishes into the abyss of the laundry.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

Staring at the tangled web of data and statistics can give anyone a headache, but if you have a keen eye for patterns and correlations, it can also lead to some surprising revelations. In the world of renewable energy production, biomass power stands out like a beacon of hope in our quest for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions. And when we consider the fascinating link between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies and the production of biomass power in Latvia, well, that's when things get really intriguing.

The seemingly disparate worlds of academia and energy production converge in a dance that we set out to decode. It's like an intricate tango between educational pursuits and the generation of renewable energy - two partners who may seem like an odd match at first, but as we dug deeper, we found that they move together with surprising grace and precision.

So, what led us to delve into this particular correlation? Some may call it academic curiosity, others may call it sheer madness, but we like to think of it as a voyage into the uncharted realms of interdisciplinary exploration. As the saying goes, "the proof is in the pudding" - or in our case, in the correlation coefficient that stunned us with its near-perfect alignment.

In this paper, we invite you to join us on a journey through the labyrinth of data, where hidden connections and unexpected twists await. Be prepared to don your academic detective hat and follow the trail of clues that led us to uncover a correlation coefficient so eye-catching, it might as well have been bedazzled. But, as with any good mystery, the real magic lies not just in the correlation itself, but in the story it tells and the implications it unveils.

So, without further ado, let's embark on a scientific sleuthing adventure to unravel the curious link between the pursuit of knowledge in the physical sciences and the hum of biomass power in the picturesque landscape of Latvia. And who knows, maybe along the way, we'll stumble upon some unexpected surprises and puns that are as delightfully unexpected as finding a five-dollar bill in your old pair of jeans.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies and Biomass power generated in Latvia. 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 a few real TV shows that sound like they might be relevant to the topic that you watched as research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The "Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we ventured to unearth the tangled roots of the relationship between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies, and the production of biomass power in the verdant land of Latvia. Employing a blend of data mining techniques and statistical sorcery, our research sleuths analyzed a decade's worth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Energy Information Administration. The thunderous cacophony of our findings reverberated through the halls of academia, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9887709 with a p-value proclaiming significance at less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2012 to 2021. Our study not only sheds light on the symbiotic dance between educational pursuits and renewable energy production but also serves as a reminder that in the world of research, correlations can sometimes hide in the unlikeliest of places, much like that lone sock that vanishes into the abyss of the laundry.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Staring at the tangled web of data and statistics can give anyone a headache, but if you have a keen eye for patterns and correlations, it can also lead to some surprising revelations. In the world of renewable energy production, biomass power stands out like a beacon of hope in our quest for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions. And when we consider the fascinating link between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies and the production of biomass power in Latvia, well, that's when things get really intriguing.
The seemingly disparate worlds of academia and energy production converge in a dance that we set out to decode. It's like an intricate tango between educational pursuits and the generation of renewable energy - two partners who may seem like an odd match at first, but as we dug deeper, we found that they move together with surprising grace and precision.
So, what led us to delve into this particular correlation? Some may call it academic curiosity, others may call it sheer madness, but we like to think of it as a voyage into the uncharted realms of interdisciplinary exploration. As the saying goes, "the proof is in the pudding" - or in our case, in the correlation coefficient that stunned us with its near-perfect alignment.
In this paper, we invite you to join us on a journey through the labyrinth of data, where hidden connections and unexpected twists await. Be prepared to don your academic detective hat and follow the trail of clues that led us to uncover a correlation coefficient so eye-catching, it might as well have been bedazzled. But, as with any good mystery, the real magic lies not just in the correlation itself, but in the story it tells and the implications it unveils.
So, without further ado, let's embark on a scientific sleuthing adventure to unravel the curious link between the pursuit of knowledge in the physical sciences and the hum of biomass power in the picturesque landscape of Latvia. And who knows, maybe along the way, we'll stumble upon some unexpected surprises and puns that are as delightfully unexpected as finding a five-dollar bill in your old pair of jeans.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

To begin uncovering the enigmatic correlations between the conferral of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies and the prolific generation of biomass power in Latvia, we turn our gaze to the scholarly works that form the bedrock of our research. Smith and Doe (2015) set the stage with their meticulous examination of the educational landscape, delving into the nuances of degree conferment and its potential impact on various sectors. Meanwhile, Jones et al. (2018) echoed similar sentiments, casting a discerning eye on the burgeoning field of biomass power generation and its interplay with educational trends.

As we leapfrog from one scholarly endeavor to the next, we encounter a forest of literature ripe with information that traverses the realms of physical sciences, renewable energy, and educational pathways. "Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future" by Boyle (2012) provides a comprehensive overview of biomass power generation, offering insights that dazzle the mind and set the imagination ablaze with the potential synergies between education and sustainable energy production. On the other hand, "Physics for Scientists and Engineers" by Serway and Jewett (2019) unfolds like a roadmap of physical sciences education, guiding readers through the labyrinthine corridors of scientific knowledge.

Venturing into more whimsical territory, we stumble upon a collection of fiction books that, at first glance, seem worlds apart from our research focus. However, upon closer inspection, their narratives intertwine with the essence of our inquiry. "The Biomass Experiment" by Lexington (2016) weaves a tale of scientific intrigue and ecological quandaries, offering a fantastical glimpse into a world where educational pursuits and renewable energy collide in unexpected ways. Meanwhile, "The Quantum Zoo: And the Search for the Higgs Bison" by Kauffman (2017) tickles the imagination with its cosmic musings, hinting at the hidden connections that permeate the scientific landscape.

In our pursuit of interdisciplinary wisdom, we also embarked on a small-screen journey, immersing ourselves in television shows that mirror the symbiotic relationship between education and renewable energy. "The Big Bang Theory" captured our attention with its comedic take on the lives of physicists, reminding us that even the most erudite pursuits can be sprinkled with an ample dose of hilarity. Likewise, "Bill Nye Saves the World" sparked our curiosity, blending science education with a dash of playful exuberance, much like a scientific experiment with a surprise twist at the end.

In this whirlwind tour of literature, both real and imagined, we savor the rich tapestry of knowledge that underpins our quest to unravel the curious connection between physical sciences education and biomass power generation in Latvia. As we delve deeper into our investigation, the interplay between serious scholarship and lighthearted exploration serves as a testament to the multifaceted nature of academic inquiry, reminding us that even the most rigorous pursuits can be punctuated with moments of unexpected delight.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies and Biomass power generated in Latvia. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from National Center for Education Statistics and Energy Information Administration . 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]]
The "Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we ventured to unearth the tangled roots of the relationship between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies, and the production of biomass power in the verdant land of Latvia. Employing a blend of data mining techniques and statistical sorcery, our research sleuths analyzed a decade's worth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Energy Information Administration. The thunderous cacophony of our findings reverberated through the halls of academia, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9887709 with a p-value proclaiming significance at less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2012 to 2021. Our study not only sheds light on the symbiotic dance between educational pursuits and renewable energy production but also serves as a reminder that in the world of research, correlations can sometimes hide in the unlikeliest of places, much like that lone sock that vanishes into the abyss of the laundry.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
Staring at the tangled web of data and statistics can give anyone a headache, but if you have a keen eye for patterns and correlations, it can also lead to some surprising revelations. In the world of renewable energy production, biomass power stands out like a beacon of hope in our quest for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions. And when we consider the fascinating link between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies and the production of biomass power in Latvia, well, that's when things get really intriguing.
The seemingly disparate worlds of academia and energy production converge in a dance that we set out to decode. It's like an intricate tango between educational pursuits and the generation of renewable energy - two partners who may seem like an odd match at first, but as we dug deeper, we found that they move together with surprising grace and precision.
So, what led us to delve into this particular correlation? Some may call it academic curiosity, others may call it sheer madness, but we like to think of it as a voyage into the uncharted realms of interdisciplinary exploration. As the saying goes, "the proof is in the pudding" - or in our case, in the correlation coefficient that stunned us with its near-perfect alignment.
In this paper, we invite you to join us on a journey through the labyrinth of data, where hidden connections and unexpected twists await. Be prepared to don your academic detective hat and follow the trail of clues that led us to uncover a correlation coefficient so eye-catching, it might as well have been bedazzled. But, as with any good mystery, the real magic lies not just in the correlation itself, but in the story it tells and the implications it unveils.
So, without further ado, let's embark on a scientific sleuthing adventure to unravel the curious link between the pursuit of knowledge in the physical sciences and the hum of biomass power in the picturesque landscape of Latvia. And who knows, maybe along the way, we'll stumble upon some unexpected surprises and puns that are as delightfully unexpected as finding a five-dollar bill in your old pair of jeans.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unravel the enigmatic connection between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in the field of physical sciences and science technologies and the generation of biomass power in Latvia, our research team embarked on a quest to navigate the labyrinth of data and statistical sorcery. Our exploration began with the acquisition and curation of a decade's worth of data spanning the years 2012 to 2021.

Data Collection:
Our data collection escapade commenced with an extensive scavenger hunt across the digital expanse, as we scoured the archives of the National Center for Education Statistics and the Energy Information Administration. We sifted through a veritable treasure trove of datasets, their digital pages unrolling like scrolls of arcane knowledge.

After much digital spelunking, we emerged victorious with a collection of datasets that encapsulated the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in physical sciences and science technologies, as well as the biomass power generated in the picturesque realms of Latvia. These data nuggets would serve as the raw material for our grand statistical alchemy.

Statistical Sorcery:
Armed with our trusty statistical wands, we cast a potent spell known as correlation analysis to discern the hidden dance of numbers. By conjuring the mystical correlation coefficient, we sought to unveil the magical relationship between the conferral of educational degrees and the pulsating hum of renewable energy production.

Our incantations led to the emergence of a correlation coefficient so striking in its near-perfect alignment that it seemed to wink knowingly at us. Additionally, our statistical incantations revealed a p-value of significance at less than 0.01, underscoring the resounding weight of our findings.

It is worth noting that our statistical sorcery was imbued with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that our analyses were robust and steadfastly anchored in the principles of academic rigor. After all, in the realm of statistical wizardry, precision is key – just as a slight misstep in a potion recipe can lead to unforeseen results, a misstep in statistical analysis can lead us down an entirely different path.

Validation and Peer Review:
But a researcher never embarks on a quest alone. Following the revelation of our grand findings, we submitted our analyses to the discerning eyes of peer review, inviting fellow scholars to scrutinize our methods and conclusions with the scrutiny of an eagle-eyed detective inspecting a suspiciously unsolved case.

Through this process, our findings underwent the crucible of academic critique, emerging validated and fortified by the rigorous standards of scholarly inquiry. Though our journey may have been fraught with twists and turns, our statistical revelations remained steadfast, a beacon illuminating the path to a deeper understanding of the ethereal bond between educational pursuits and sustainable energy generation.

In embracing the spirit of interdisciplinary exploration, we acknowledge the role of multiple variables and potential confounding factors that may influence the connection between educational pursuits and energy generation. As such, our statistical sorcery was enacted with meticulous care to account for any lurking shadows that could obscure the purity of our correlation revelations.

In conclusion, our methodology for unearthing the intertwining threads of physical sciences education and biomass power generation in Latvia was a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of modern statistical sleuthing. Through the fusion of data mining, statistical sorcery, and peer review alchemy, we charted a course through the uncharted seas of interdisciplinary inquiry, unearthing a correlation so tantalizingly precise that it seemed to beckon with the mischievous charm of a well-kept secret.

And so, with our methodology unveiled, we invite fellow scholars and seekers of knowledge to join us in the continued exploration of this captivating correlation, where the intertwining dance of science and sustainability awaits, ripe with the promise of further revelations and, undoubtedly, more unexpected puns and surprises.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies and Biomass power generated in Latvia. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

For the time period 2012 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9887709, r-squared of 0.9776679, 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]]
The "Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we ventured to unearth the tangled roots of the relationship between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies, and the production of biomass power in the verdant land of Latvia. Employing a blend of data mining techniques and statistical sorcery, our research sleuths analyzed a decade's worth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Energy Information Administration. The thunderous cacophony of our findings reverberated through the halls of academia, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9887709 with a p-value proclaiming significance at less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2012 to 2021. Our study not only sheds light on the symbiotic dance between educational pursuits and renewable energy production but also serves as a reminder that in the world of research, correlations can sometimes hide in the unlikeliest of places, much like that lone sock that vanishes into the abyss of the laundry.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
Staring at the tangled web of data and statistics can give anyone a headache, but if you have a keen eye for patterns and correlations, it can also lead to some surprising revelations. In the world of renewable energy production, biomass power stands out like a beacon of hope in our quest for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions. And when we consider the fascinating link between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies and the production of biomass power in Latvia, well, that's when things get really intriguing.
The seemingly disparate worlds of academia and energy production converge in a dance that we set out to decode. It's like an intricate tango between educational pursuits and the generation of renewable energy - two partners who may seem like an odd match at first, but as we dug deeper, we found that they move together with surprising grace and precision.
So, what led us to delve into this particular correlation? Some may call it academic curiosity, others may call it sheer madness, but we like to think of it as a voyage into the uncharted realms of interdisciplinary exploration. As the saying goes, "the proof is in the pudding" - or in our case, in the correlation coefficient that stunned us with its near-perfect alignment.
In this paper, we invite you to join us on a journey through the labyrinth of data, where hidden connections and unexpected twists await. Be prepared to don your academic detective hat and follow the trail of clues that led us to uncover a correlation coefficient so eye-catching, it might as well have been bedazzled. But, as with any good mystery, the real magic lies not just in the correlation itself, but in the story it tells and the implications it unveils.
So, without further ado, let's embark on a scientific sleuthing adventure to unravel the curious link between the pursuit of knowledge in the physical sciences and the hum of biomass power in the picturesque landscape of Latvia. And who knows, maybe along the way, we'll stumble upon some unexpected surprises and puns that are as delightfully unexpected as finding a five-dollar bill in your old pair of jeans.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The data analysis revealed a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9887709, indicating a remarkably strong relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in physical sciences and science technologies and the amount of biomass power generated in Latvia. The r-squared value of 0.9776679 underscored the robustness of this connection, suggesting that a substantial 97.77% of the variability in biomass power generation could be explained by the number of physical sciences degrees awarded—an impressive feat in the realm of statistical predictability.

As seen in Figure 1 (inserted here), the scatterplot vividly portrays the remarkable alignment between these two variables, with each data point almost perfectly snug against the line of best fit. It's a sight to behold, akin to witnessing a flawless duet between two dancers who have practiced their routine to near-perfection—except in this case, the dancers are education and renewable energy, and the stage is the landscape of Latvia.

These findings not only highlight the synchrony between educational endeavors and sustainable energy generation but also serve as a gentle reminder that amidst the labyrinth of data, patterns can emerge in the most unexpected of places. In essence, it's akin to finding a hidden message in a bottle, except instead of a distant ocean, we discovered it in a sea of statistical values.

The robustness of the correlation, coupled with its significant p-value of less than 0.01, imparts a sense of confidence in the solidity of our findings and attests to the reliability of the relationship we uncovered. Much like a keenly honed Sherlockian deduction, our study points to a conspicuous association between the pursuit of knowledge in the physical sciences and the vitality of biomass power production—a connection that may have gone unnoticed amidst the bustle of the scientific metropolis.

In conclusion, our research not only unfurls the captivating narrative of academia and renewable energy intertwining in an unexpected pas de deux but also impels us to contemplate the multifaceted interplay of disciplines in shaping our sustainable future. This correlation, standing as a testament to the intertwined nature of education and environmental stewardship, urges us to continue unraveling the intricate threads of interdisciplinary curiosity, for who knows what other hidden truths and surprising chuckles lie waiting to be discovered within the tapestry of data.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies and Biomass power generated in Latvia. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

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

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

[[TITLE]]
The "Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we ventured to unearth the tangled roots of the relationship between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies, and the production of biomass power in the verdant land of Latvia. Employing a blend of data mining techniques and statistical sorcery, our research sleuths analyzed a decade's worth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Energy Information Administration. The thunderous cacophony of our findings reverberated through the halls of academia, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9887709 with a p-value proclaiming significance at less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2012 to 2021. Our study not only sheds light on the symbiotic dance between educational pursuits and renewable energy production but also serves as a reminder that in the world of research, correlations can sometimes hide in the unlikeliest of places, much like that lone sock that vanishes into the abyss of the laundry.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
To begin uncovering the enigmatic correlations between the conferral of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies and the prolific generation of biomass power in Latvia, we turn our gaze to the scholarly works that form the bedrock of our research. Smith and Doe (2015) set the stage with their meticulous examination of the educational landscape, delving into the nuances of degree conferment and its potential impact on various sectors. Meanwhile, Jones et al. (2018) echoed similar sentiments, casting a discerning eye on the burgeoning field of biomass power generation and its interplay with educational trends.
As we leapfrog from one scholarly endeavor to the next, we encounter a forest of literature ripe with information that traverses the realms of physical sciences, renewable energy, and educational pathways. "Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future" by Boyle (2012) provides a comprehensive overview of biomass power generation, offering insights that dazzle the mind and set the imagination ablaze with the potential synergies between education and sustainable energy production. On the other hand, "Physics for Scientists and Engineers" by Serway and Jewett (2019) unfolds like a roadmap of physical sciences education, guiding readers through the labyrinthine corridors of scientific knowledge.
Venturing into more whimsical territory, we stumble upon a collection of fiction books that, at first glance, seem worlds apart from our research focus. However, upon closer inspection, their narratives intertwine with the essence of our inquiry. "The Biomass Experiment" by Lexington (2016) weaves a tale of scientific intrigue and ecological quandaries, offering a fantastical glimpse into a world where educational pursuits and renewable energy collide in unexpected ways. Meanwhile, "The Quantum Zoo: And the Search for the Higgs Bison" by Kauffman (2017) tickles the imagination with its cosmic musings, hinting at the hidden connections that permeate the scientific landscape.
In our pursuit of interdisciplinary wisdom, we also embarked on a small-screen journey, immersing ourselves in television shows that mirror the symbiotic relationship between education and renewable energy. "The Big Bang Theory" captured our attention with its comedic take on the lives of physicists, reminding us that even the most erudite pursuits can be sprinkled with an ample dose of hilarity. Likewise, "Bill Nye Saves the World" sparked our curiosity, blending science education with a dash of playful exuberance, much like a scientific experiment with a surprise twist at the end.
In this whirlwind tour of literature, both real and imagined, we savor the rich tapestry of knowledge that underpins our quest to unravel the curious connection between physical sciences education and biomass power generation in Latvia. As we delve deeper into our investigation, the interplay between serious scholarship and lighthearted exploration serves as a testament to the multifaceted nature of academic inquiry, reminding us that even the most rigorous pursuits can be punctuated with moments of unexpected delight.

[[RESULTS]]
The data analysis revealed a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9887709, indicating a remarkably strong relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in physical sciences and science technologies and the amount of biomass power generated in Latvia. The r-squared value of 0.9776679 underscored the robustness of this connection, suggesting that a substantial 97.77% of the variability in biomass power generation could be explained by the number of physical sciences degrees awarded—an impressive feat in the realm of statistical predictability.
As seen in Figure 1 (inserted here), the scatterplot vividly portrays the remarkable alignment between these two variables, with each data point almost perfectly snug against the line of best fit. It's a sight to behold, akin to witnessing a flawless duet between two dancers who have practiced their routine to near-perfection—except in this case, the dancers are education and renewable energy, and the stage is the landscape of Latvia.
These findings not only highlight the synchrony between educational endeavors and sustainable energy generation but also serve as a gentle reminder that amidst the labyrinth of data, patterns can emerge in the most unexpected of places. In essence, it's akin to finding a hidden message in a bottle, except instead of a distant ocean, we discovered it in a sea of statistical values.
The robustness of the correlation, coupled with its significant p-value of less than 0.01, imparts a sense of confidence in the solidity of our findings and attests to the reliability of the relationship we uncovered. Much like a keenly honed Sherlockian deduction, our study points to a conspicuous association between the pursuit of knowledge in the physical sciences and the vitality of biomass power production—a connection that may have gone unnoticed amidst the bustle of the scientific metropolis.
In conclusion, our research not only unfurls the captivating narrative of academia and renewable energy intertwining in an unexpected pas de deux but also impels us to contemplate the multifaceted interplay of disciplines in shaping our sustainable future. This correlation, standing as a testament to the intertwined nature of education and environmental stewardship, urges us to continue unraveling the intricate threads of interdisciplinary curiosity, for who knows what other hidden truths and surprising chuckles lie waiting to be discovered within the tapestry of data.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

Our findings astoundingly corroborate and amplify the prior work in this domain. Smith and Doe (2015) hinted at the intertwined dance of education and industry, and our research unveils a harmonic convergence between the conferral of physical sciences degrees and biomass power generation in Latvia. The strong correlation coefficient, akin to a magnetic force in the scientific cosmos, furnishes empirical weight to the assertions of Jones et al. (2018) regarding the interconnected pathways of renewable energy and educational trends. In essence, our study affirms that the roots of renewable energy production intertwine with the tendrils of education, creating a verdant tapestry of sustainable development.

Returning to our merry foray into whimsical literature, the narratives of "The Biomass Experiment" by Lexington (2016) and "The Quantum Zoo: And the Search for the Higgs Bison" by Kauffman (2017) are, in a surprising twist, not as fictional as they may seem at first glance. These seemingly fantastical tales, upon closer scrutiny, offer reflections of the empirical reality we unearthed. Much like a playful riddle with a scientific punchline, their whimsy belies a kernel of truth—after all, who would have thought that the educational pursuits and renewable energy might share a mirror's embrace?

The robustness of our correlation, akin to a steadfast anchor in a tempestuous sea of data, fosters a sense of conviction in the interconnected tapestry of educational pursuits and environmental stewardship. Similar to the discerning deductions of a scholarly sleuth, our study not only illuminates the entwined fates of education and renewable energy but also underscores the playful intrigue that colors the landscape of empirical discovery. As we continue to peel back the layers of this curious relationship, we are reminded that amidst the rigidity of statistical analysis, serendipitous findings can blossom like a daffodil in an algorithmic garden.

In this scholarly pas de deux of academic inquiry and empirical discovery, we have uncovered an unexpected harmony—a rhythm that underscores the interplay between education and innovation, renewable energy and intellectual pursuits. Our journey serves as a gentle nudge, urging us to embrace the multifaceted nature of scientific exploration and to seek the hidden messages that may lie submerged within the churning sea of data. After all, the labyrinth of academia is not without its moments of delightful revelation, much like a surprising punchline in the grand comedy of empirical discovery.


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System prompt: You are a 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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences and science technologies and Biomass power generated in Latvia. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
The "Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we ventured to unearth the tangled roots of the relationship between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies, and the production of biomass power in the verdant land of Latvia. Employing a blend of data mining techniques and statistical sorcery, our research sleuths analyzed a decade's worth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Energy Information Administration. The thunderous cacophony of our findings reverberated through the halls of academia, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9887709 with a p-value proclaiming significance at less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2012 to 2021. Our study not only sheds light on the symbiotic dance between educational pursuits and renewable energy production but also serves as a reminder that in the world of research, correlations can sometimes hide in the unlikeliest of places, much like that lone sock that vanishes into the abyss of the laundry.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
Staring at the tangled web of data and statistics can give anyone a headache, but if you have a keen eye for patterns and correlations, it can also lead to some surprising revelations. In the world of renewable energy production, biomass power stands out like a beacon of hope in our quest for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions. And when we consider the fascinating link between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies and the production of biomass power in Latvia, well, that's when things get really intriguing.
The seemingly disparate worlds of academia and energy production converge in a dance that we set out to decode. It's like an intricate tango between educational pursuits and the generation of renewable energy - two partners who may seem like an odd match at first, but as we dug deeper, we found that they move together with surprising grace and precision.
So, what led us to delve into this particular correlation? Some may call it academic curiosity, others may call it sheer madness, but we like to think of it as a voyage into the uncharted realms of interdisciplinary exploration. As the saying goes, "the proof is in the pudding" - or in our case, in the correlation coefficient that stunned us with its near-perfect alignment.
In this paper, we invite you to join us on a journey through the labyrinth of data, where hidden connections and unexpected twists await. Be prepared to don your academic detective hat and follow the trail of clues that led us to uncover a correlation coefficient so eye-catching, it might as well have been bedazzled. But, as with any good mystery, the real magic lies not just in the correlation itself, but in the story it tells and the implications it unveils.
So, without further ado, let's embark on a scientific sleuthing adventure to unravel the curious link between the pursuit of knowledge in the physical sciences and the hum of biomass power in the picturesque landscape of Latvia. And who knows, maybe along the way, we'll stumble upon some unexpected surprises and puns that are as delightfully unexpected as finding a five-dollar bill in your old pair of jeans.

[[RESULTS]]
The data analysis revealed a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9887709, indicating a remarkably strong relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in physical sciences and science technologies and the amount of biomass power generated in Latvia. The r-squared value of 0.9776679 underscored the robustness of this connection, suggesting that a substantial 97.77% of the variability in biomass power generation could be explained by the number of physical sciences degrees awarded—an impressive feat in the realm of statistical predictability.
As seen in Figure 1 (inserted here), the scatterplot vividly portrays the remarkable alignment between these two variables, with each data point almost perfectly snug against the line of best fit. It's a sight to behold, akin to witnessing a flawless duet between two dancers who have practiced their routine to near-perfection—except in this case, the dancers are education and renewable energy, and the stage is the landscape of Latvia.
These findings not only highlight the synchrony between educational endeavors and sustainable energy generation but also serve as a gentle reminder that amidst the labyrinth of data, patterns can emerge in the most unexpected of places. In essence, it's akin to finding a hidden message in a bottle, except instead of a distant ocean, we discovered it in a sea of statistical values.
The robustness of the correlation, coupled with its significant p-value of less than 0.01, imparts a sense of confidence in the solidity of our findings and attests to the reliability of the relationship we uncovered. Much like a keenly honed Sherlockian deduction, our study points to a conspicuous association between the pursuit of knowledge in the physical sciences and the vitality of biomass power production—a connection that may have gone unnoticed amidst the bustle of the scientific metropolis.
In conclusion, our research not only unfurls the captivating narrative of academia and renewable energy intertwining in an unexpected pas de deux but also impels us to contemplate the multifaceted interplay of disciplines in shaping our sustainable future. This correlation, standing as a testament to the intertwined nature of education and environmental stewardship, urges us to continue unraveling the intricate threads of interdisciplinary curiosity, for who knows what other hidden truths and surprising chuckles lie waiting to be discovered within the tapestry of data.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

As we conclude our exploration of the bewitching correlation between the conferral of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies and the generation of biomass power in Latvia, we find ourselves amidst a tapestry of statistical sorcery and unexpected revelations. Our findings, akin to stumbling upon a treasure trove of arcane knowledge in the depths of an academic library, have shed light on the nearly unerring coherence between educational pursuits and sustainable energy production. The robust correlation coefficient of 0.9887709, akin to discovering the perfect harmony in a cacophonous symphony, exudes an aura of certainty that leaves little room for doubt, much like finding a pot of gold at the end of a statistically significant rainbow.

The visual eloquence of the scatterplot, with each data point snuggled against the line of best fit as if in a warm embrace, is reminiscent of a meticulously choreographed ballet, where education and renewable energy move in seamless unison across the stage of statistical predictability. It's as if we've stumbled upon a whimsical waltz between academia and environmental stewardship, where the intricate steps of our statistical analysis have led us to an unexpected pas de deux with renewable energy production.

Our study, much like a quivering leaf that teases with the promise of hidden wonders, beckons us to acknowledge the synergistic dynamics between the pursuit of knowledge and the cultivation of a sustainable future. It serves as a gentle nudge to embrace the serendipitous connections that lie veiled beneath the surface of data, hinting at the possibility of uncovering more correlations that might elicit an amused chuckle or an incredulous gasp.

In dismantling the enigma of this correlation, our research has unfurled the tale of an intrinsic bond between education and environmental conscientiousness, urging us to ponder the interwoven fabric of disciplines and the delightful surprises that await within. And so, as we bid farewell to this fascinating odyssey into the nexus of physical sciences education and biomass power generation in the picturesque lands of Latvia, we proclaim with utmost confidence that further explorations in this avenue are akin to flogging a deceased equine – utterly unnecessary.

In the spirit of academic honesty, we assert that no more research is needed in this realm, for the correlation stands as a glowing testament to the uncanny link between educational pursuits and renewable energy, with all the good-natured frivolity and astonishing revelations one might expect from unraveling a scientific mystery.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of academic journals. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding research, scientific, or academic journal that would publish a paper entited The Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Renewable Energy Dynamics and Education


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of nonprofit research organizations and associations. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding nonprofit, academic, or scientific association or organization that would sponsor research that resulted in a paper entited The Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

Society for Advanced Biomass Research and Development


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide potential search keywords separated by commas. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled The Science of Biomass: A Degree of Correlation Between Physical Sciences Education and Power Generation in Latvia with an abstract of In this study, we ventured to unearth the tangled roots of the relationship between the conferment of Bachelor's degrees in physical sciences and science technologies, and the production of biomass power in the verdant land of Latvia. Employing a blend of data mining techniques and statistical sorcery, our research sleuths analyzed a decade's worth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Energy Information Administration. The thunderous cacophony of our findings reverberated through the halls of academia, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9887709 with a p-value proclaiming significance at less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2012 to 2021. Our study not only sheds light on the symbiotic dance between educational pursuits and renewable energy production but also serves as a reminder that in the world of research, correlations can sometimes hide in the unlikeliest of places, much like that lone sock that vanishes into the abyss of the laundry.

ChatGPT:

Biomass power, physical sciences education, power generation, Latvia, correlation, Bachelor's degrees, science technologies, data mining, statistical analysis, National Center for Education Statistics, Energy Information Administration, renewable energy, research methodologies, correlation coefficient, p-value, symbiotic relationship, renewable energy production

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Data details

Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences
Detailed data title: Bachelor's degrees conferred by postsecondary institutions, in field of study: Physical sciences and science technologies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
See what else correlates with Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences

Biomass power generated in Latvia
Detailed data title: Total biomass power generated in Latvia in billion kWh
Source: Energy Information Administration
See what else correlates with Biomass power generated in Latvia

Correlation r = 0.9887709 (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 = 0.9776679 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 97.8% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Biomass power generated in Latvia) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences) over the 10 years from 2012 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 6.9E-8. 0.0000000686261779858207700000
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 0.99 in 6.9E-6% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 14,571,699 random variables You don't actually need 14 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.

[ 0.95, 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
Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences (Degrees awarded)26664280532930730042304833127231542311553074329238
Biomass power generated in Latvia (Billion kWh)0.2880.5020.6690.7690.8230.930.9440.9270.8650.74768




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.




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([26664,28053,29307,30042,30483,31272,31542,31155,30743,29238,])
array_2 = np.array([0.288,0.502,0.669,0.769,0.823,0.93,0.944,0.927,0.865,0.74768,])
array_1_name = "Bachelor's degrees awarded in Physical sciences"
array_2_name = "Biomass power generated in Latvia"

# 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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