Nathaniel Woodward Nathaniel Woodward

Dating Markets: How Capitalism Shapes the Search for Love in the 21st Century

Tinder and other dating apps have redefined modern romantic relationships, introducing market-like dynamics to the search for love. This paper explores how capitalism influences online dating, presenting theoretical motivations, empirical studies, anthropological insights, and survey results from the MIT community. By viewing online dating as a commodified market, this study highlights the profound influence of capitalist principles on the romantic experience.

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Nathaniel Woodward Nathaniel Woodward

Podcast: Beauty in Knowledge

I interview three experts aiming to answer the question if a deeper understanding of a field brings a more beautiful view

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Nathaniel Woodward Nathaniel Woodward

Greatness by Association

Accept the assured accolades from being associated with an elite institution or strive to achieve your own greatness?

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Paths to New Physics

Physics is the quest to understand the universal; to enter a shrouded land and attempt to uncover the mysteries it contains.

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Cancer @ 20

One month before my 21st birthday I was diagnosed with testicular cancer.

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