The Moser Function
The Moser Function: The application of the theory of 'Suspension of Disbelief' to ones own research project ( as proposed by Irene Moser) in order to make continual progress on the project, and to ultimately produce a dissertation. Manipulation of the Moser function may occur through various means not limited to discussion of the base-motivation(s) and or resultant-impact(s) of a research project with colleagues. The effect of which may negatively impact project productivity (in some extreme cases for extended periods of time), until such time that the new variables can be suitably integrated (see Moser Integration).
posted by Jason Brownlee at
8:15 am
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Maybe we could apply a Genetic Algorithm to this function? Oh, hey irony, whats up?
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Jason Brownlee, at 9:19 am
Well Moser Integration is obviously very simple. It multiplies the nevermind factor with the need to finish factor and divides them by the inertia (also called obstinacy) factor.
The nevermind factor can also be seen as the oblivion factor. It then becomes obvious that the process described is reality adjustment.
The oblivion factor can be boosted by various relaxing substances such as alcohol and relaxation periods such as a long night's sleep.
A typical application is entering your supervisor's office with your current reality one day and adopting your supervisor's reality after a long relaxing night. Well, depending on the obstinacy factor, this may well be after a long relaxing week..
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