Basic research can mean an element of ivory-tower academics doing nothing of any interest to anyone in the real world. It also means things like electricity, satellites, and the internet. Basic research doesn't contribute to the economy - it transforms it out of all recognition.
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Sister blog of Physicists of the Caribbean in which I babble about non-astronomy stuff, because everyone needs a hobby
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Review : Norse Myths and Tales (II)
As per usual, a single-part post just isn't going to cut it. Having ranted at considerable length against the Norse sagas (of Flame Tree...
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I've noticed that some people care deeply about the truth, but come up with batshit crazy statements. And I've caught myself rationa...
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Hmmm. [The comments below include a prime example of someone claiming they're interested in truth but just want higher standard, where...
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"The price quoted by Tesla does not include installation of the unit. To this needs to be added the cost of installing solar panels to ...
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