Examine your approach for solving a problem

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Solving a problem may require a reverse, a reciprocal, or a root of the way in which it occurred.  Or it may require an entirely different approach to solve.

Spend sufficient time grasping the problem

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Herr Professor is right: We probably don't spend enough time grasping what the problem really is.  In fact, some of us are way too quick and glib at offering advice, direction and solutions.

Complex geometry of Islamic design

In Islamic culture, geometric design is everywhere: you can find it in mosques, madrasas, palaces, and private homes. And despite the remarkable complexity of these designs, they can be created with just a compass to draw circles and a ruler to make lines within them.

Future steps from recent detection of gravitational waves

Research scientist Gabriela González, PhD at Louisiana State University explains that one of the future steps from the recent detection of gravitational waves is to study the massive curvature of spacetime around a black hole.

Scientists detect gravitational waves!

 

Two naive questions from a non-physicist: (a) The fact is, the earth isn't "sitting" still in space, but actually hurtling at approximately 66,6000 MPH. So is it possible that the squeezing and stretching of the earth, which scientists observe, somehow comes from its massive speed around the sun? (b) If indeed gravitational waves behave in an undulation, then the force that presumably "holds" us to the ground should somehow undulate, too, no?

A dog solves a problem effectively

Solving a problem requires that we recognize, intuitively and-or analytically, that one approach isn't quite working and that a wholly different approach is warranted.

A 7-step process for solving problems

When you treat a complex problem like a simple one, you're likely to get caught in a loop, where every solution creates another problem.

1. Definition
2. Data Collection
3. Cause Analysis
4. Solution Planning and Implementation
5. Evaluation of Effects
6. Standardization 
7. Evaluation of Process

Reference: Part 2 - Every Problem has a Solution