Astral Codex Ten’s Open Thread 456 lists community updates, an AI safety grantmaking survey and a new real-money AI prediction market.
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Microscope Accessories Checklist for 2026
This checklist is for students, educators, and curious hobbyists assembling a practical…
11 Best Educational Science Board Games for Curious Kids and Families in 2027
Compare 11 educational science board games by subject, age fit, learning style, and replayability to find the right pick for kids and families.
15 Best Student Microscope Kits for Learning at Home in 2027
Compare 15 microscope kits for students by usability, optics, accessories, and learning fit, with picks for beginners, families, and advanced study.
10 Best Halloween Science Party Supplies for a Spooky Lab Party in 2027
Compare Halloween science party supplies for decorations, drinks, hands-on experiments, and guest favors, with picks for different party styles.
10 Best Animal Dissection Kits for Students in 2027
Compare animal dissection kits for students by learning goals, specimen type, tools, and classroom fit to find the right lab experience.
15 Best Skeleton Anatomy Models for Students in 2027
Compare 15 student skeleton anatomy models by scale, detail, portability, and teaching features to find the right fit for study or classroom use.
15 Best Interactive Science Kits for Kids in 2027
Compare 15 interactive science kits for kids, from beginner-friendly experiments to chemistry, anatomy, weather, plants, and astronomy.
Scarcity, Abundance, and Human Purpose: A New Book on AI
A new ebook by Thorsten Meyer asks what happens to work, wealth, and human purpose when intelligence is no longer scarce, from AI agents and machine-made math to ownership and the meaning of work.
15 Best Spooky Anatomy Models for Students in 2027
Compare 15 spooky anatomy models for students, from full skeletons and torso kits to glow-in-the-dark pieces and compact skulls.
