Maxioms by Isaac Asimov
Suppose that we are wise enough to learn and know - and yet not wise enough to control our learning read more
Suppose that we are wise enough to learn and know - and yet not wise enough to control our learning and knowledge, so that we use it to destroy ourselves? Even if that is so, knowledge remains better than ignorance.
I am the beneficiary of a lucky break in the genetic sweepstakes.
I am the beneficiary of a lucky break in the genetic sweepstakes.
When the lay public rallies round to an idea that is denounced by distinguished by elderly scientists and supports the read more
When the lay public rallies round to an idea that is denounced by distinguished by elderly scientists and supports the idea with great fervour and emotion, the distinguished but elderly scientests are then, after all, right. -Isaac Asimov.
The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not 'Eureka!' (I found it!) read more
The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not 'Eureka!' (I found it!) but 'That's funny....'
It pays to be obvious, especially if you have a reputation for subtlety.
It pays to be obvious, especially if you have a reputation for subtlety.
