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Journey from academia to industry from "summary" of 'Surely You're Joking Mr Feynman!' by Richard Phillips Feynman,Brian Cox
In my time, I have witnessed many physicists making the transition from the world of academia to the realm of industry. This journey is often fraught with challenges and uncertainties, as the two worlds operate on vastly different principles. In academia, the focus is primarily on theoretical research and intellectual pursuits, with little consideration for practical applications or commercial viability. Researchers are encouraged to explore new ideas and push the boundaries of human knowledge, without being constrained by the demands of the market or the need for immediate results. On the other hand, industry operates in a much more pragmatic and results-oriented manner. Companies are driven by profit motives and market forces, and research projects are typically geared towards developing products or technologies that can be commercialized and sold to consumers. For physicists transitioning from academia...
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