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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 The distance between Jupiter and the Sun and the second variable is The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina.  The chart goes from 2004 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

The gravitational pull created a recipe for success that drew in more food scientists to the state, turning North Carolina into a sweet spot for culinary innovation and launching a new era of interplanetary gastronomy. Remember, when it comes to food science, it's all about that space taste!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: The High-tech scene depicts a group of food scientists and technologists gathered around a table in the North Carolina mountains. The warm glow of the sunset bathes their faces as they excitedly brainstorm and experiment with fresh local produce. The sky is dominated by the sight of Jupiter, slightly brighter and closer than usual, casting a captivating aura above the horizon. The giant planet's proximity seems to inspire the team as they work on creating innovative dishes, their spirits lifted by the celestial influence. 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: The distance between Jupiter and the Sun and The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. 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: Pop art Photorealism High-tech An image that looks like it is a scene from A Disney Movie An image that looks like it is a scene from 'Star Wars'
ChatGPT: High-tech

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 The distance between Jupiter and the Sun and The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina, in the following situation: Because as Jupiter got closer, it emitted a gravitational pull that inspired food scientists and technologists in North Carolina to come up with out-of-this-world culinary creations, leading to an increase in their numbers.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In the North Carolina mountains, a group of food scientists and technologists gathers around a table filled with fresh local produce, their faces illuminated by the warm glow of the sunset. In the sky, Jupiter, slightly brighter and closer than usual, hangs above the horizon, casting a captivating aura. The proximity of the giant planet seems to inspire the team, as they excitedly brainstorm and experiment, driven by the celestial influence as they work on creating innovative dishes that are truly out of this world.

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: [ High-tech ] and depicting this scene: In the North Carolina mountains, a group of food scientists and technologists gathers around a table filled with fresh local produce, their faces illuminated by the warm glow of the sunset. In the sky, Jupiter, slightly brighter and closer than usual, hangs above the horizon, casting a captivating aura. The proximity of the giant planet seems to inspire the team, as they excitedly brainstorm and experiment, driven by the celestial influence as they work on creating innovative dishes that are truly out of this world. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: The High-tech scene depicts a group of food scientists and technologists gathered around a table in the North Carolina mountains. The warm glow of the sunset bathes their faces as they excitedly brainstorm and experiment with fresh local produce. The sky is dominated by the sight of Jupiter, slightly brighter and closer than usual, casting a captivating aura above the horizon. The giant planet's proximity seems to inspire the team as they work on creating innovative dishes, their spirits lifted by the celestial influence.

*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 The distance between Jupiter and the Sun caused The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina to increase. Add a funny one-liner at the end.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Pie in the Sky: The Astronomical Relationship Between Jupiter's Distance and North Carolina's Food Scientists

The Interdisciplinary Journal of Gastronomic Astrophysics

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 The distance between Jupiter and the Sun and The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Make the title a clever pun.

Your research team used data from Caclculated using Astropy and Bureau of Larbor Statistics to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of -0.8738514 and p < 0.01 for 2004 to 2022.

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

[[TITLE]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit

[[ABSTRACT]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit



ChatGPT:
[[TITLE]]
Pie in the Sky: The Astronomical Relationship Between Jupiter's Distance and North Carolina's Food Scientists

[[ABSTRACT]]
In our study, we aimed to shed light on a curious correlation that has eluded researchers for far too long: the connection between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. After laboring through data from Astropy and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we were able to quantify this celestial tie to the culinary world. Our findings revealed a robust negative correlation, with a correlation coefficient of -0.8738514, and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2004 to 2022.

It seems that as Jupiter drifts farther from the center of our solar system, the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina tends to increase. It's as if the gravitational pull of the giant gas planet inspires more individuals to delve into the science of food. This phenomenon has left us pondering whether Jupiter holds the recipe for culinary innovation. As this cosmic connection becomes more palatable, we are reminded yet again of the saying: "Why did the food scientist go to Jupiter? To get more space-cialized knowledge!"


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 The distance between Jupiter and the Sun and The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Pie in the Sky: The Astronomical Relationship Between Jupiter's Distance and North Carolina's Food Scientists

[[ABSTRACT]]
In our study, we aimed to shed light on a curious correlation that has eluded researchers for far too long: the connection between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. After laboring through data from Astropy and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we were able to quantify this celestial tie to the culinary world. Our findings revealed a robust negative correlation, with a correlation coefficient of -0.8738514, and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2004 to 2022.

It seems that as Jupiter drifts farther from the center of our solar system, the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina tends to increase. It's as if the gravitational pull of the giant gas planet inspires more individuals to delve into the science of food. This phenomenon has left us pondering whether Jupiter holds the recipe for culinary innovation. As this cosmic connection becomes more palatable, we are reminded yet again of the saying: "Why did the food scientist go to Jupiter? To get more space-cialized knowledge!"

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

In the wondrous expanse of the cosmos, we often find ourselves gazing at the stars, pondering the mysteries of the universe. Among these celestial wonders, Jupiter, the largest and most captivating of the planets, holds a special place in our collective imagination. Meanwhile, here on Earth, North Carolina boasts a thriving community of food scientists and technologists, tirelessly seeking to enhance the palatability of our culinary creations. A seemingly whimsical link between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists in this savory state has piqued our scientific curiosity. It's quite an "orbit"rary connection, isn't it?

As we embark on this cosmic journey, we are reminded of the words of Carl Sagan: "We are made of star-stuff." In a similar vein, our statistical exploration grapples with the enigmatic interplay between the cosmic dance of celestial bodies and the terrestrial pursuit of gastronomic innovation. It's as if the universe has conspired to intertwine the gravity of outer space with the gravitational pull of culinary creativity. This prompts the question: Could the secret to gastronomic mastery be hidden among the celestial bodies, waiting to be "unearthed"?

While some may perceive our research as reaching for the stars, we anchored our investigation in sound statistical methods and rigor. Our study leverages data from Astropy, the go-to resource for astronomical inquiry, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a beacon of economic insight. Through meticulous analysis, we unveiled a captivating negative correlation, illustrating how the elongation of Jupiter's orbit sparks a surge in the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. It's as if the planet's stride through the cosmos serves as a celestial cue for culinary exploration. One can't help but wonder if aspiring food scientists, when staring at the night sky, crave a bit of "space cake" inspiration.

This unexpected bond between the cosmic and the culinary reinforces the notion that scientific inquiry is as boundless as the universe itself. With our findings, we invite the scientific community to look beyond the confines of our planet and consider the cosmic influences that may shape our earthly endeavors. As we embark on this cosmic culinary expedition, we are inclined to rephrase an old adage: "The sky's the limit, especially when it comes to cosmic culinary connections!"



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 The distance between Jupiter and the Sun and The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

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 you might move on to cartoons and children's shows that you watched for research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Pie in the Sky: The Astronomical Relationship Between Jupiter's Distance and North Carolina's Food Scientists

[[ABSTRACT]]
In our study, we aimed to shed light on a curious correlation that has eluded researchers for far too long: the connection between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. After laboring through data from Astropy and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we were able to quantify this celestial tie to the culinary world. Our findings revealed a robust negative correlation, with a correlation coefficient of -0.8738514, and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2004 to 2022.

It seems that as Jupiter drifts farther from the center of our solar system, the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina tends to increase. It's as if the gravitational pull of the giant gas planet inspires more individuals to delve into the science of food. This phenomenon has left us pondering whether Jupiter holds the recipe for culinary innovation. As this cosmic connection becomes more palatable, we are reminded yet again of the saying: "Why did the food scientist go to Jupiter? To get more space-cialized knowledge!"

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
In the wondrous expanse of the cosmos, we often find ourselves gazing at the stars, pondering the mysteries of the universe. Among these celestial wonders, Jupiter, the largest and most captivating of the planets, holds a special place in our collective imagination. Meanwhile, here on Earth, North Carolina boasts a thriving community of food scientists and technologists, tirelessly seeking to enhance the palatability of our culinary creations. A seemingly whimsical link between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists in this savory state has piqued our scientific curiosity. It's quite an "orbit"rary connection, isn't it?
As we embark on this cosmic journey, we are reminded of the words of Carl Sagan: "We are made of star-stuff." In a similar vein, our statistical exploration grapples with the enigmatic interplay between the cosmic dance of celestial bodies and the terrestrial pursuit of gastronomic innovation. It's as if the universe has conspired to intertwine the gravity of outer space with the gravitational pull of culinary creativity. This prompts the question: Could the secret to gastronomic mastery be hidden among the celestial bodies, waiting to be "unearthed"?
While some may perceive our research as reaching for the stars, we anchored our investigation in sound statistical methods and rigor. Our study leverages data from Astropy, the go-to resource for astronomical inquiry, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a beacon of economic insight. Through meticulous analysis, we unveiled a captivating negative correlation, illustrating how the elongation of Jupiter's orbit sparks a surge in the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. It's as if the planet's stride through the cosmos serves as a celestial cue for culinary exploration. One can't help but wonder if aspiring food scientists, when staring at the night sky, crave a bit of "space cake" inspiration.
This unexpected bond between the cosmic and the culinary reinforces the notion that scientific inquiry is as boundless as the universe itself. With our findings, we invite the scientific community to look beyond the confines of our planet and consider the cosmic influences that may shape our earthly endeavors. As we embark on this cosmic culinary expedition, we are inclined to rephrase an old adage: "The sky's the limit, especially when it comes to cosmic culinary connections!"


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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The distant allure of Jupiter and its potential influence on culinary pursuits has captivated the imagination of many researchers. Smith and Doe, in their seminal work "Planetary Gastronomy: Exploring Celestial Culinary Influences," conducted a thorough investigation into the cosmic factors that may impact the culinary landscape of certain regions on Earth. Their findings, while speculative, hinted at a possible connection between the orbital dynamics of Jupiter and the emergence of culinary innovation in specific terrestrial locales. This cosmic gastronomic inquiry begs the question: Could Jupiter's proverbial "cheese" be the secret ingredient to culinary creativity?

In a tangentially related study, Jones delved into the demographics of food scientists and technologists in the United States in "Culinary Science Trends: A Statistical Analysis." Though not explicitly focusing on celestial influences, Jones' comprehensive analysis unearthed intriguing patterns in the spatial distribution of culinary experts. This work provided a solid foundation for our own exploration of the potential link between celestial positions and earthly culinary vocations.

Now, let's take a brief interstellar detour to examine some related non-fiction literature. "The Cosmic Cookbook: Recipes from Beyond the Stars" offers a whimsical yet informative perspective on intertwining cosmic phenomena with culinary arts, prompting us to contemplate whether extraterrestrial inspiration has culinary merit. Moving on to fiction, "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams humorously explores the interconnectedness of cosmic forces and everyday occurrences, albeit in a more satirical light. And who could forget Mark Watney's resourceful endeavors to concoct palatable dishes on Mars in "The Martian" by Andy Weir? These fictional works, while not directly related to our investigation, serve as playful reminders of the universal allure of culinary exploration, even beyond the confines of Earth.

As we analyze the correlation between Jupiter's distance from the Sun and North Carolina's cadre of food scientists, it's essential to channel our inner child and draw inspiration from unlikely sources. Indeed, cartoons such as "The Jetsons" and "The Flintstones" offer a lighthearted yet potentially insightful take on futuristic and prehistoric gastronomic advancements, respectively. After all, who's to say that cosmic influences won't guide humanity's culinary evolution in unforeseen ways?

In essence, our exploration into the celestial and culinary spheres seeks to blend the solemnity of scientific inquiry with the whimsy of cosmic curiosity. As we traverse the cosmic culinary cosmos, we embrace the inevitable puns and lighthearted jests that accompany such an adventurous academic pursuit. After all, in the vast smorgasbord of scientific exploration, a sprinkle of humor may just be the secret seasoning for scholarly success.


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 The distance between Jupiter and the Sun and The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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 Caclculated using Astropy and Bureau of Larbor Statistics . You used data from 2004 to 2022

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

Here is the title, abstract, and introduction of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Pie in the Sky: The Astronomical Relationship Between Jupiter's Distance and North Carolina's Food Scientists

[[ABSTRACT]]
In our study, we aimed to shed light on a curious correlation that has eluded researchers for far too long: the connection between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. After laboring through data from Astropy and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we were able to quantify this celestial tie to the culinary world. Our findings revealed a robust negative correlation, with a correlation coefficient of -0.8738514, and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2004 to 2022.

It seems that as Jupiter drifts farther from the center of our solar system, the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina tends to increase. It's as if the gravitational pull of the giant gas planet inspires more individuals to delve into the science of food. This phenomenon has left us pondering whether Jupiter holds the recipe for culinary innovation. As this cosmic connection becomes more palatable, we are reminded yet again of the saying: "Why did the food scientist go to Jupiter? To get more space-cialized knowledge!"

[[INTRODUCTION]]
In the wondrous expanse of the cosmos, we often find ourselves gazing at the stars, pondering the mysteries of the universe. Among these celestial wonders, Jupiter, the largest and most captivating of the planets, holds a special place in our collective imagination. Meanwhile, here on Earth, North Carolina boasts a thriving community of food scientists and technologists, tirelessly seeking to enhance the palatability of our culinary creations. A seemingly whimsical link between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists in this savory state has piqued our scientific curiosity. It's quite an "orbit"rary connection, isn't it?
As we embark on this cosmic journey, we are reminded of the words of Carl Sagan: "We are made of star-stuff." In a similar vein, our statistical exploration grapples with the enigmatic interplay between the cosmic dance of celestial bodies and the terrestrial pursuit of gastronomic innovation. It's as if the universe has conspired to intertwine the gravity of outer space with the gravitational pull of culinary creativity. This prompts the question: Could the secret to gastronomic mastery be hidden among the celestial bodies, waiting to be "unearthed"?
While some may perceive our research as reaching for the stars, we anchored our investigation in sound statistical methods and rigor. Our study leverages data from Astropy, the go-to resource for astronomical inquiry, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a beacon of economic insight. Through meticulous analysis, we unveiled a captivating negative correlation, illustrating how the elongation of Jupiter's orbit sparks a surge in the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. It's as if the planet's stride through the cosmos serves as a celestial cue for culinary exploration. One can't help but wonder if aspiring food scientists, when staring at the night sky, crave a bit of "space cake" inspiration.
This unexpected bond between the cosmic and the culinary reinforces the notion that scientific inquiry is as boundless as the universe itself. With our findings, we invite the scientific community to look beyond the confines of our planet and consider the cosmic influences that may shape our earthly endeavors. As we embark on this cosmic culinary expedition, we are inclined to rephrase an old adage: "The sky's the limit, especially when it comes to cosmic culinary connections!"


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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

Illuminating the Celestial Culinary Connection: Methodology

Gathering data for this cosmic culinary investigation was no small feat. We sought to analyze the relationship between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. To achieve this, we embarked on a scientific quest, spanning the virtual universe of data sources from Astropy and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Our meticulous data collection spanned the earthly years of 2004 to 2022, capturing the ebb and flow of celestial dance and culinary fervor.

Our data gathering process was akin to harvesting starfruit in the vast intergalactic orchard; we scoured Astropy's databases to extract the precise distances between Jupiter and the Sun over the selected timeframe. These celestial coordinates were the bread and butter of our analysis, providing the foundation for understanding the cosmic backdrop against which the culinary conundrum unfolded.

Meanwhile, we voyaged through the statistical constellations of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, extracting the number of food scientists and technologists employed in the savory state of North Carolina. This journey through labor data felt akin to traversing the asteroid belt, navigating the statistical quirks and gravitational pulls of employment figures.

Once we had gathered these disparate data, we coalesced them into a unified framework, akin to shaping nebulae into constellations. Our next endeavor involved employing sophisticated statistical methods to unravel the celestial secrets and culinary connections hidden within the data. We employed robust statistical tools to compute the correlation coefficient and p-value, revealing the hidden flavors of causality among the celestial bodies and earthly pursuits.

Applying statistical methods to celestial and culinary data was an endeavor that demanded both astronomical precision and culinary creativity. It was akin to blending the meticulous measurements of a lab experiment with the artful flair of a master chef concocting a celestial soufflé.

With our data in hand and statistical stars aligned, we ventured into the cosmos of analysis, ensuring we balanced the gravitational forces of statistical significance with the cosmic serendipity of culinary revelation. The stellar landscape of this statistical investigation led us to unravel an unexpected phenomenon – a robust negative correlation between Jupiter's distance from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina.

As our cosmic culinary investigation unfolded, the statistical stardust settled, and the celestial breadcrumbs led us to a clear and quantifiable causal relationship. It's almost as if we discovered a hidden recipe in the cosmic cookbook, a dish best served with a side of constellations.


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 The distance between Jupiter and the Sun and The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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 Caclculated using Astropy and Bureau of Larbor Statistics .

For the time period 2004 to 2022, you found a correlation -0.8738514, r-squared of 0.7636163, 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]]
Pie in the Sky: The Astronomical Relationship Between Jupiter's Distance and North Carolina's Food Scientists

[[ABSTRACT]]
In our study, we aimed to shed light on a curious correlation that has eluded researchers for far too long: the connection between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. After laboring through data from Astropy and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we were able to quantify this celestial tie to the culinary world. Our findings revealed a robust negative correlation, with a correlation coefficient of -0.8738514, and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2004 to 2022.

It seems that as Jupiter drifts farther from the center of our solar system, the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina tends to increase. It's as if the gravitational pull of the giant gas planet inspires more individuals to delve into the science of food. This phenomenon has left us pondering whether Jupiter holds the recipe for culinary innovation. As this cosmic connection becomes more palatable, we are reminded yet again of the saying: "Why did the food scientist go to Jupiter? To get more space-cialized knowledge!"

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
In the wondrous expanse of the cosmos, we often find ourselves gazing at the stars, pondering the mysteries of the universe. Among these celestial wonders, Jupiter, the largest and most captivating of the planets, holds a special place in our collective imagination. Meanwhile, here on Earth, North Carolina boasts a thriving community of food scientists and technologists, tirelessly seeking to enhance the palatability of our culinary creations. A seemingly whimsical link between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists in this savory state has piqued our scientific curiosity. It's quite an "orbit"rary connection, isn't it?
As we embark on this cosmic journey, we are reminded of the words of Carl Sagan: "We are made of star-stuff." In a similar vein, our statistical exploration grapples with the enigmatic interplay between the cosmic dance of celestial bodies and the terrestrial pursuit of gastronomic innovation. It's as if the universe has conspired to intertwine the gravity of outer space with the gravitational pull of culinary creativity. This prompts the question: Could the secret to gastronomic mastery be hidden among the celestial bodies, waiting to be "unearthed"?
While some may perceive our research as reaching for the stars, we anchored our investigation in sound statistical methods and rigor. Our study leverages data from Astropy, the go-to resource for astronomical inquiry, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a beacon of economic insight. Through meticulous analysis, we unveiled a captivating negative correlation, illustrating how the elongation of Jupiter's orbit sparks a surge in the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. It's as if the planet's stride through the cosmos serves as a celestial cue for culinary exploration. One can't help but wonder if aspiring food scientists, when staring at the night sky, crave a bit of "space cake" inspiration.
This unexpected bond between the cosmic and the culinary reinforces the notion that scientific inquiry is as boundless as the universe itself. With our findings, we invite the scientific community to look beyond the confines of our planet and consider the cosmic influences that may shape our earthly endeavors. As we embark on this cosmic culinary expedition, we are inclined to rephrase an old adage: "The sky's the limit, especially when it comes to cosmic culinary connections!"


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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The data analysis revealed a striking negative correlation coefficient of -0.8738514 between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. It seems that as Jupiter starts to feel a bit more distant, the culinary scientific community in North Carolina perks up and expands. This correlation was found to be statistically significant, with an r-squared value of 0.7636163 and a p-value of less than 0.01. It's as if the cosmic ballet of planets has a choreographed influence on the earthly pursuits of food science. This cosmic connection gives new meaning to "reaching for the stars" in the culinary world!

In Figure 1 (to be included), the scatterplot illustrates this celestial culinary correlation in all its celestial glory. The relationship between these two seemingly disparate variables is as clear as day (or night, in the case of space). The data points paint a picture of this cosmic dance, as if Jupiter is waltzing through the cosmos, leaving behind a trail of culinary curiosity in its wake. And just like a perfectly executed recipe, this correlation is not to be taken lightly - it's the real "star" of the show!

Our findings open up a universe of possibilities for understanding the interplay between celestial dynamics and the human pursuit of gastronomic innovation. It's as if Jupiter's orbit serves as a cosmic billboard, flashing a message to aspiring food scientists in North Carolina: "The sky's the limit for culinary creativity!" Our research underscores the importance of considering the impact of cosmic phenomena on earthly endeavors. It's a reminder that when it comes to scientific exploration, the sky’s not just the limit – it’s a potential source of inspiration!

As we unravel this celestial mystery, it's hard not to indulge in a bit of wordplay. After all, this research has been quite the astronomical delight, shedding light on a correlation that's truly "out of this world". And as we continue to navigate the cosmos of statistical discovery, we are reminded that even the most peculiar correlations are not just a "planet" of our imagination!


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 The distance between Jupiter and the Sun and The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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]]
Pie in the Sky: The Astronomical Relationship Between Jupiter's Distance and North Carolina's Food Scientists

[[ABSTRACT]]
In our study, we aimed to shed light on a curious correlation that has eluded researchers for far too long: the connection between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. After laboring through data from Astropy and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we were able to quantify this celestial tie to the culinary world. Our findings revealed a robust negative correlation, with a correlation coefficient of -0.8738514, and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2004 to 2022.

It seems that as Jupiter drifts farther from the center of our solar system, the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina tends to increase. It's as if the gravitational pull of the giant gas planet inspires more individuals to delve into the science of food. This phenomenon has left us pondering whether Jupiter holds the recipe for culinary innovation. As this cosmic connection becomes more palatable, we are reminded yet again of the saying: "Why did the food scientist go to Jupiter? To get more space-cialized knowledge!"

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The distant allure of Jupiter and its potential influence on culinary pursuits has captivated the imagination of many researchers. Smith and Doe, in their seminal work "Planetary Gastronomy: Exploring Celestial Culinary Influences," conducted a thorough investigation into the cosmic factors that may impact the culinary landscape of certain regions on Earth. Their findings, while speculative, hinted at a possible connection between the orbital dynamics of Jupiter and the emergence of culinary innovation in specific terrestrial locales. This cosmic gastronomic inquiry begs the question: Could Jupiter's proverbial "cheese" be the secret ingredient to culinary creativity?
In a tangentially related study, Jones delved into the demographics of food scientists and technologists in the United States in "Culinary Science Trends: A Statistical Analysis." Though not explicitly focusing on celestial influences, Jones' comprehensive analysis unearthed intriguing patterns in the spatial distribution of culinary experts. This work provided a solid foundation for our own exploration of the potential link between celestial positions and earthly culinary vocations.
Now, let's take a brief interstellar detour to examine some related non-fiction literature. "The Cosmic Cookbook: Recipes from Beyond the Stars" offers a whimsical yet informative perspective on intertwining cosmic phenomena with culinary arts, prompting us to contemplate whether extraterrestrial inspiration has culinary merit. Moving on to fiction, "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams humorously explores the interconnectedness of cosmic forces and everyday occurrences, albeit in a more satirical light. And who could forget Mark Watney's resourceful endeavors to concoct palatable dishes on Mars in "The Martian" by Andy Weir? These fictional works, while not directly related to our investigation, serve as playful reminders of the universal allure of culinary exploration, even beyond the confines of Earth.
As we analyze the correlation between Jupiter's distance from the Sun and North Carolina's cadre of food scientists, it's essential to channel our inner child and draw inspiration from unlikely sources. Indeed, cartoons such as "The Jetsons" and "The Flintstones" offer a lighthearted yet potentially insightful take on futuristic and prehistoric gastronomic advancements, respectively. After all, who's to say that cosmic influences won't guide humanity's culinary evolution in unforeseen ways?
In essence, our exploration into the celestial and culinary spheres seeks to blend the solemnity of scientific inquiry with the whimsy of cosmic curiosity. As we traverse the cosmic culinary cosmos, we embrace the inevitable puns and lighthearted jests that accompany such an adventurous academic pursuit. After all, in the vast smorgasbord of scientific exploration, a sprinkle of humor may just be the secret seasoning for scholarly success.

[[RESULTS]]
The data analysis revealed a striking negative correlation coefficient of -0.8738514 between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. It seems that as Jupiter starts to feel a bit more distant, the culinary scientific community in North Carolina perks up and expands. This correlation was found to be statistically significant, with an r-squared value of 0.7636163 and a p-value of less than 0.01. It's as if the cosmic ballet of planets has a choreographed influence on the earthly pursuits of food science. This cosmic connection gives new meaning to "reaching for the stars" in the culinary world!
In Figure 1 (to be included), the scatterplot illustrates this celestial culinary correlation in all its celestial glory. The relationship between these two seemingly disparate variables is as clear as day (or night, in the case of space). The data points paint a picture of this cosmic dance, as if Jupiter is waltzing through the cosmos, leaving behind a trail of culinary curiosity in its wake. And just like a perfectly executed recipe, this correlation is not to be taken lightly - it's the real "star" of the show!
Our findings open up a universe of possibilities for understanding the interplay between celestial dynamics and the human pursuit of gastronomic innovation. It's as if Jupiter's orbit serves as a cosmic billboard, flashing a message to aspiring food scientists in North Carolina: "The sky's the limit for culinary creativity!" Our research underscores the importance of considering the impact of cosmic phenomena on earthly endeavors. It's a reminder that when it comes to scientific exploration, the sky’s not just the limit – it’s a potential source of inspiration!
As we unravel this celestial mystery, it's hard not to indulge in a bit of wordplay. After all, this research has been quite the astronomical delight, shedding light on a correlation that's truly "out of this world". And as we continue to navigate the cosmos of statistical discovery, we are reminded that even the most peculiar correlations are not just a "planet" of our imagination!

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

Our study has unearthed a fascinating celestial culinary revelation that challenges traditional perceptions of causation - the inverse relationship between Jupiter's distance from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. These findings not only corroborate the speculative work of Smith and Doe, but also provide empirical evidence to support the whimsical notion that Jupiter's cosmic ballet may, indeed, influence the earthly pursuit of culinary innovation.

The negative correlation we observed between Jupiter's distance and the proliferation of culinary expertise is as clear as the rings of Saturn. It's a case of celestial bodies choreographing an intricate dance, while simultaneously inspiring the earthly dance of spatulas in North Carolina's culinary laboratories. One can't help but wonder if Jupiter, in its cosmic solitude, isn't silently whispering culinary secrets to talented scientists below. As they say, "Why did the food scientist go to Jupiter? To get a taste of celestial inspiration!"

Our findings echo the sentiment of Jones' demographic analysis, albeit in a celestial context. It is evident that the spatial distribution of culinary experts can be influenced by forces beyond our planet, leading us to mull over the possibility that the universe is, in fact, a vast cookbook waiting to be explored.

The statistical significance of our results is as obvious as the Big Dipper on a clear night. With an r-squared value of 0.7636163 and a p-value of less than 0.01, the cosmic influence on North Carolina's culinary landscape cannot be dismissed as a mere fluke. It's a cosmic wink, a bubbling cosmic soup of inspiration that transcends traditional boundaries of causation.

Our study offers a cosmic culinary lens through which to view the world of food science. Much like the fictional tales of cosmic cuisine, our research reflects the playful and adventurous spirit of scientific inquiry, reminding us that even our most outlandish intuitions may hold grains of truth. As we continue to probe the cosmic culinary cosmos, we are reminded that the universe is not just a source of cosmic soup-erlatives but also the canvas upon which earthly food science dances in delightful synchrony with the celestial heartbeat.


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[[TITLE]]
Pie in the Sky: The Astronomical Relationship Between Jupiter's Distance and North Carolina's Food Scientists

[[ABSTRACT]]
In our study, we aimed to shed light on a curious correlation that has eluded researchers for far too long: the connection between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. After laboring through data from Astropy and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we were able to quantify this celestial tie to the culinary world. Our findings revealed a robust negative correlation, with a correlation coefficient of -0.8738514, and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the years spanning 2004 to 2022.

It seems that as Jupiter drifts farther from the center of our solar system, the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina tends to increase. It's as if the gravitational pull of the giant gas planet inspires more individuals to delve into the science of food. This phenomenon has left us pondering whether Jupiter holds the recipe for culinary innovation. As this cosmic connection becomes more palatable, we are reminded yet again of the saying: "Why did the food scientist go to Jupiter? To get more space-cialized knowledge!"

[[INTRDUCTION]]
In the wondrous expanse of the cosmos, we often find ourselves gazing at the stars, pondering the mysteries of the universe. Among these celestial wonders, Jupiter, the largest and most captivating of the planets, holds a special place in our collective imagination. Meanwhile, here on Earth, North Carolina boasts a thriving community of food scientists and technologists, tirelessly seeking to enhance the palatability of our culinary creations. A seemingly whimsical link between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists in this savory state has piqued our scientific curiosity. It's quite an "orbit"rary connection, isn't it?
As we embark on this cosmic journey, we are reminded of the words of Carl Sagan: "We are made of star-stuff." In a similar vein, our statistical exploration grapples with the enigmatic interplay between the cosmic dance of celestial bodies and the terrestrial pursuit of gastronomic innovation. It's as if the universe has conspired to intertwine the gravity of outer space with the gravitational pull of culinary creativity. This prompts the question: Could the secret to gastronomic mastery be hidden among the celestial bodies, waiting to be "unearthed"?
While some may perceive our research as reaching for the stars, we anchored our investigation in sound statistical methods and rigor. Our study leverages data from Astropy, the go-to resource for astronomical inquiry, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a beacon of economic insight. Through meticulous analysis, we unveiled a captivating negative correlation, illustrating how the elongation of Jupiter's orbit sparks a surge in the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. It's as if the planet's stride through the cosmos serves as a celestial cue for culinary exploration. One can't help but wonder if aspiring food scientists, when staring at the night sky, crave a bit of "space cake" inspiration.
This unexpected bond between the cosmic and the culinary reinforces the notion that scientific inquiry is as boundless as the universe itself. With our findings, we invite the scientific community to look beyond the confines of our planet and consider the cosmic influences that may shape our earthly endeavors. As we embark on this cosmic culinary expedition, we are inclined to rephrase an old adage: "The sky's the limit, especially when it comes to cosmic culinary connections!"


[[RESULTS]]
The data analysis revealed a striking negative correlation coefficient of -0.8738514 between the distance of Jupiter from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina. It seems that as Jupiter starts to feel a bit more distant, the culinary scientific community in North Carolina perks up and expands. This correlation was found to be statistically significant, with an r-squared value of 0.7636163 and a p-value of less than 0.01. It's as if the cosmic ballet of planets has a choreographed influence on the earthly pursuits of food science. This cosmic connection gives new meaning to "reaching for the stars" in the culinary world!
In Figure 1 (to be included), the scatterplot illustrates this celestial culinary correlation in all its celestial glory. The relationship between these two seemingly disparate variables is as clear as day (or night, in the case of space). The data points paint a picture of this cosmic dance, as if Jupiter is waltzing through the cosmos, leaving behind a trail of culinary curiosity in its wake. And just like a perfectly executed recipe, this correlation is not to be taken lightly - it's the real "star" of the show!
Our findings open up a universe of possibilities for understanding the interplay between celestial dynamics and the human pursuit of gastronomic innovation. It's as if Jupiter's orbit serves as a cosmic billboard, flashing a message to aspiring food scientists in North Carolina: "The sky's the limit for culinary creativity!" Our research underscores the importance of considering the impact of cosmic phenomena on earthly endeavors. It's a reminder that when it comes to scientific exploration, the sky’s not just the limit – it’s a potential source of inspiration!
As we unravel this celestial mystery, it's hard not to indulge in a bit of wordplay. After all, this research has been quite the astronomical delight, shedding light on a correlation that's truly "out of this world". And as we continue to navigate the cosmos of statistical discovery, we are reminded that even the most peculiar correlations are not just a "planet" of our imagination!

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[[CONCLUSION]]



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[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our research has unearthed a cosmic culinary connection that defies astronomical expectations. The robust negative correlation between Jupiter's distance from the Sun and the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina leaves us marveling at the cosmic forces at play in the world of gastronomy. It's as if the universe itself is seasoning the pot of scientific inquiry, reminding us that even the most unexpected correlations can be as real as the Big Dipper. Speaking of which, why did the food scientist refuse seconds? Because she was stuffed from the astronomical amount of data we've uncovered in this study!

Our findings not only highlight the whimsical interplay between celestial dynamics and earthly endeavors but also underscore the importance of incorporating cosmic influences into scientific discourse. This celestial cue for culinary innovation may not be written in the stars, but it's certainly etched in our statistical analysis. Hence, we propose a new scientific saying: "When it comes to culinary inspiration, the sky's not the limit; it's the secret ingredient!"

As we wrap up this cosmic culinary journey, we stand by the notion that further research in this area is as unnecessary as bringing a rocket to a food fight. The evidence for this celestial connection is as firm as a well-whipped meringue - no need to stir the pot any further! Our research serves as a testament to the cosmic whimsy that intertwines with scientific inquiry, leaving us with a newfound appreciation for the universe's role in shaping our earthly pursuits.

No more research is needed in this area. It's time to let these celestial culinary findings sizzle and simmer, much like a pot of celestial soup. And just remember, when it comes to scientific discoveries, it's okay to think outside the stratosphere!


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The Interdisciplinary Journal of Gastronomic Astrophysics


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The Galactic Gastronomy Research Institute


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It seems that as Jupiter drifts farther from the center of our solar system, the number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina tends to increase. It's as if the gravitational pull of the giant gas planet inspires more individuals to delve into the science of food. This phenomenon has left us pondering whether Jupiter holds the recipe for culinary innovation. As this cosmic connection becomes more palatable, we are reminded yet again of the saying: "Why did the food scientist go to Jupiter? To get more space-cialized knowledge!

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Jupiter distance, North Carolina food scientists, astronomical correlation, Astropy data, Bureau of Labor Statistics, celestial tie, correlation coefficient, p-value, culinary world, giant gas planet, gravitational pull, culinary innovation, cosmic connection, space-cialized knowledge

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The distance between Jupiter and the Sun
Detailed data title: The average distance between Jupiter and the Sun as measured on the first day of each month
Source: Caclculated using Astropy
Additional Info: I wrote a Python script using Astropy to calculate the distance between the named planets on the first day of each month for every year.

See what else correlates with The distance between Jupiter and the Sun

The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina

Correlation r = -0.8738514 (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 = 0.7636163 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 76.4% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., The distance between Jupiter and the Sun) over the 19 years from 2004 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 1.02E-6. 0.0000010181397766526750000000
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 -0.87 in 0.000102% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 982,183 random variables You don't actually need 982 thousand 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 18 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 18 because we have two variables measured over a period of 19 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, -0.7 ] 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.
2004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
The distance between Jupiter and the Sun (Planetary distance (AU))5.431885.452925.41065.314225.185985.059864.973054.954015.009535.120535.252175.367865.439295.450285.398735.296055.166335.044644.96744
The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina (Laborers)8090100100350360390310310280200230200170160180330360360




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  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.
  5. Inverted Y-axis: I inverted the Y-axis on the chart above so that the lines would move together. This is visually pleasing, but not at all intuitive. Below is a line graph that does not invert the Y-axis.




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([5.43188,5.45292,5.4106,5.31422,5.18598,5.05986,4.97305,4.95401,5.00953,5.12053,5.25217,5.36786,5.43929,5.45028,5.39873,5.29605,5.16633,5.04464,4.96744,])
array_2 = np.array([80,90,100,100,350,360,390,310,310,280,200,230,200,170,160,180,330,360,360,])
array_1_name = "The distance between Jupiter and the Sun"
array_2_name = "The number of food scientists and technologists in North Carolina"

# 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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