When I started learning about research and academia, I wished there was a single place that explained everything clearly — from the basics of statistics to how to write a compelling abstract, from understanding scientific papers to thinking critically about data.

This is my attempt to create that space. A place where beginners can find practical guides alongside deeper explorations of the topics I find fascinating: neurobiology, decision-making, and the science behind how we think and behave.

I'm Shiara Arauzo — a design engineer and researcher based in Peru. I work at the intersection of product design and research, always curious about how things work and why people behave the way they do.

You can find my professional work at shiara.dev.

Methods

Practical guides on statistics, scientific writing, paper curation, and research tools.

Essays

Explorations in neurobiology, creativity, decision-making, and human behavior.

If you have questions, suggestions, or just want to say hi, you can find me on Twitter.