What you described, where the money is at, is commonly referred to as "industry" and yes it is "science" oriented but pursuit of profit definitely changes the d

What you described, where the money is at, is commonly referred to as "industry" and yes it is "science" oriented but pursuit of profit definitely changes the dynamic away from academic pursuit of advancement of the human species that, more often than not, results in failed outcomes rather than something that can make money. Who are you to judge and deride the "stupid academic dream" from which all those industries have their genesis? The reason there are loud and worthwhile voices critical of what "business mentalities" have done to cheapen the profession and academic nature of research, and consistently "privitize" the results of partnerships done in academic settings. If the industry wasn't so "warped" as it is now, then maybe the view being shared here wouldn't reflect that. Going "Rah rah join the dick-pill-selling-company-brigade" is fine if that's what you want to do, but that's not really science with a capital S.