Eli ElsterDoctoral Candidate in Evolutionary Anthropology, University of California, DavisEli Elster studies the cultural evolution of cognitive technologies -- practices that leverage features of human cognition -- like myths, rituals, and belief systems. Latest articles by Eli Elster Flat Earth, spirits and conspiracy theories — experience can shape even extraordinary beliefs By Eli Elster published 29 December 25 Why do people often adopt and develop beliefs that lack strong supporting evidence? Earth Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MORE FROM SPACE...1Iran says it launched 3 satellites to space on Russian rocket: report212 times rockets and spacecraft crashed and burned in 20253ISS astronaut snaps stunning nighttime photo of Florida and Cuba | Space photo of the day for Dec. 29, 20254Does physics say that free will doesn't exist?513 must-see moon events in 2026: Eclipses, supermoons, conjunctions and more
Flat Earth, spirits and conspiracy theories — experience can shape even extraordinary beliefs By Eli Elster published 29 December 25 Why do people often adopt and develop beliefs that lack strong supporting evidence?
