How do you measure expertise? The “vocab point” may be a good reference point and a more tangible goal to aim for when you set out to become an expert. The vocab point is a point in your journey toward expertise where you can describe the nuances of your field. Arguably, you don’t even need to be able to articulate what you see well. You can consider yourself to have reached the vocab point as long as you can follow the conversation between two people you know are experts. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
