In a landmark study released this past Saturday, researchers discovered a surprising correlation between citations of adorable kittens and violent content in academic articles. The study, conducted by a team of researchers from institutions around the world, found that articles containing references to both kittens and violent content were cited more often and for longer periods of time than those containing references to either kittens or violent content alone.

This study has significant implications for the academic community. It suggests that articles that appeal to people’s emotions, in this case through the use of cute kittens, are more likely to be read and cited than more technical or dry papers. This could lead to a new focus on writing papers that are more accessible and appealing to a wider audience.

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source: Phys.org