Donald Hoffman
Donald Hoffman is professor of cognitive science at the University of California, Irvine. His writing has appeared in Scientific American and Edge, and his work has been featured in the Atlantic, Wired, and Quanta. He resides in Irvine, California.
Why clear definitions are key to intelligent discussions
Being precise about our ideas doesn't just allow us to have better conversations, it's also an incisive way to learn.
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Truth vs Reality: How we evolved to survive, not to see what’s really there
Take the circumstances in your life seriously, but not literally. Here's why.
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27 min
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Why should you always assume you’re wrong? Science.
When it comes to scientific theory, (or your personal life) be sure to question everything.
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If reality is a data structure, can the simulation theory hold up?
Exploring the idea that objects we perceive in everyday life do not reflect objective reality.
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