Jongwon Kang

PhD student at University of Guelph

[Curiosity @CuriosityonX]

How popcorn actually pops:

[no.mind @the_no_mind]

This is Dr. Michael Levin (@drmichaellevin).

He’s a visionary biologist of our century.

Most think biology is all about genes & chemistry—Levin proves it’s also about bioelectricity.

Here are his 5 mind-blowing discoveries (& how they could redefine your health): 🧵

[Joshua Nasielski @JoshNasielski]

Great presenting today with Ben Rosser at the EOCC. For those interested in measuring ammonia loss using dositubes, Corteva has published the protocol as a Field Fact. We tried to make it as simple as possible while maintaining accuracy. https://t.co/3PazTjg4vp

[Joshua Nasielski @JoshNasielski]

Jongwon's @Amaizescience 1st publication from his PhD research is free OA. Effect of planting date and N timing on N2O emissions (modelled using DNDC). One takeaway is that earlier planting reduces N2O emissions regardless of your chosen N timing (at-planting vs. V6). 1/5

[The Figen @TheFigen_]

Dinner time.

[nature @Nature]

A dad’s sperm records his diet — and this record affects his sons’ metabolism https://t.co/dnxjTvdAaH

[Mark Jeschke @markjeschke]

New article out today: Minimizing Volatilization Loss of Sidedressed Nitrogen in Corn. This article summarizes results of a 3-yr field study, conducted by scientists from the University of Guelph and Corteva Agriscience. https://t.co/UzpK2SfsTE

[Joachim Schork @JoachimSchork]

Simpson’s Paradox is a fascinating statistical phenomenon where the relationship between two variables can completely change when a third variable is considered. This often leads to contradictory conclusions if not carefully analyzed.

For example, in a data set, you might see a positive trend between variables X and Y. However, when you split the data into subgroups based on a third variable, Z, the trend might reverse or disappear.

Key takeaways:
✔️ Always consider potential lurking variables that could influence your results.
✔️ Be cautious with aggregated data; sometimes the real insights lie in the subgroups.
✔️ Use visualizations to better understand the relationships within your data.

Giannis Tolios shared this great visualization on Simpson's Paradox in a recent post, emphasizing the importance of thorough analysis to avoid such pitfalls. This paradox underscores the necessity for data analysts to be meticulous in their work to prevent erroneous interpretations.

#statistics #datascience #statisticalanalysis

[Growing Curiosity @growing_curio]

@gunsnrosesgirl3 No, not correct. 😁

When you jump up on a vehicle that’s traveling at a constant velocity, you don’t fall off because you and the vehicle are moving at the same speed. According to Newton’s first law of motion, an object will remain in uniform motion.

[Lycaon ࿓ @Lycaones]

Diferentes tipos de maíz

[News from Science @NewsfromScience]

New research marks the first documented case of an ape using a plant with scientifically proven medicinal properties to treat a fresh wound. https://t.co/U6oCBio6Bi

[Lycaon ࿓ @Lycaones]

🌽🇲🇽 En Jala, Nayarit, los gigantes de la naturaleza se miden en cm. El elote más grande del mundo creció de 43cm en 2022 a 49cm en 2023. ¿El secreto? Los nutrientes de la ceniza del volcán Ceboruco. ¡La fuerza de la tierra en cada mazorca!

[News from Science @NewsfromScience]

It took more than a century for scientists to settle on the idea that maize was domesticated about 9000 years ago in Mexico from wild grass.

Recent research has complicated that history. https://t.co/Ll8rm2Fhp7

[Jongwon Kang @Amaizescience]

Late N can revitalize N-deficient plants

[Jongwon Kang @Amaizescience]

@minorallele Yes I have to..

[Jongwon Kang @Amaizescience]

Slow growth plants can catch up eventually

[Jongwon Kang @Amaizescience]

Drying shrinked R1 ear, reflecting a lot of moisture in the cob