I was nodding along to this fluffy #science news (still in an overhyped computational model phase), when I hit this record-scratch of an AW HELL NO:
"The study’s findings not only confirm existing theories about the brain’s use of Bayesian-like inference but open doors to new research and innovation, where the brain’s natural ability for Bayesian inference can be harnessed for practical applications that benefit society."
NOPE. NOPE NOPE NOPE.
STEAM, not STEM, folks!
https://scitechdaily.com/biological-masterpiece-evolution-wired-human-brains-to-act-like-supercomputers/
@MLClark Hmm?
It occurs to me - as an artist/musician myself - that STEM fields and art serve completely different roles and use very different competencies, so it doesn't really make any sense to lump them together.
STEM fields serve to facilitate the achievement of real, physical goals.
The arts serve to modulate human emotion and perception.
There is essentially zero connection between those purposes.
The expression "STEAM not STEM" is perhaps one you're not familiar with; it refers to the importance of the humanities / ethics training in science education.
If you view "the arts" in an education context as something else, that's fine, but your definition of the role of a humanities education is a touch limited here.