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Cherry-picking Data in Animal Studies
28:08 - 31:13 (03:05)
This podcast features a discussion about cherry-picking data in animal studies, specifically in situations when orphaned animals are given fake puppet mothers to encourage feeding.
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This transcript highlights the use of disturbingly realistic puppets and robots to imitate parental figures for orphaned animals or create companions for humans, respectively.
28:08 - 29:54 (01:46)
Puppets, Robots, Artificial Caregivers
Summary
This transcript highlights the use of disturbingly realistic puppets and robots to imitate parental figures for orphaned animals or create companions for humans, respectively. It also discusses the impact of these artificial caregivers on recipients.
ChapterCherry-picking Data in Animal Studies
EpisodeSelects: Is The Uncanny Valley Real?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Although some studies show that the Uncanny Valley is not a real phenomenon, others have found evidence to support its existence using characters from cartoons and video games.
29:54 - 31:13 (01:19)
Uncanny Valley
Summary
Although some studies show that the Uncanny Valley is not a real phenomenon, others have found evidence to support its existence using characters from cartoons and video games. Researchers should be cautious of cherry-picking data to support their findings.