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Ignorance is a driving force behind scientific discovery from "summary" of Ignorância by Stuart Firestein
Firestein argues that ignorance is not just the absence of knowledge, but rather a powerful force that drives scientific discovery. It is the recognition of what we don't know that motivates scientists to ask questions, seek answers, and push the boundaries of human understanding. In fact, he suggests that the pursuit of knowledge is fueled by our ignorance, as it compels us to explore, investigate, and experiment in order to uncover new insights and solutions. Throughout history, many groundbreaking discoveries have been made not in spite of ignorance, but because of it. Scientists who are willing to admit what they don't know are more likely to make unexpected connections, challenge existing theories, and break through the limitation...
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