It is hard to think of practical applications of the black hole. Because practical applications are so remote, many people assume we should not be interested. But this quest to understand the world is what defines us as human beings.
Yuri MilnerRead
The best way to conduct research on a larger scale is to make sure everyone knows what everyone else is doing... The sooner the better - start talking to other people about what you're doing. Because that's what will stimulate things the fastest.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Collaboration and communication accelerate the pace of research and innovation.
James Harris Simons emphasizes the importance of communication and collaboration in research. By sharing ideas and progress with others, researchers can stimulate creativity and innovation, leading to faster advancements in their fields. The quote highlights the necessity of creating a community where knowledge is shared openly, which in turn enhances the collective efforts in research.
Themes
CollaborationCommunicationResearchInnovationKnowledge Sharing
In practice
Example use cases
In a research seminar, you might quote this to emphasize the value of networking among scientists.
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