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> larger populations > more right tail geniuses. > more innovation Only in the right environment. That's why the modern scientific contribution of, let's say,
by axlee 10y ago
> larger populations
> more right tail geniuses.
> more innovation
Only in the right environment. That's why the modern scientific contribution of, let's say, Israel, is an order of magnitude larger than Nigeria's despite being 20 times smaller.
I am also dubious about the implied direct link between "geniuses" and innovation. Is scientific innovation really driven by "geniuses"?
- bkohlmann 10y agoThat's fair. I suppose genius is anybody with a unique insight that takes action - but that last part may require pre existing societal frameworks. Furthermore, my definition may be so broad as to render it meaningless.