The linked article seems to be misleading on the true purpose of the research. The source: http://science.sciencemag.org/content/354/6312/aaf5239 http://scienc

The linked article seems to be misleading on the true purpose of the research. The source: http://science.sciencemag.org/content/354/6312/aaf5239 http://science.sciencemag.org/content/354/6312/aaf5239 From the source: The random-impact rule allows us to develop a quantitative model, which systematically untangles the role of productivity and luck in each scientific career. The model predicts that truly high-impact discoveries require a combination of high Q and luck (p) and that increased productivity alone cannot substantially enhance the chance of a very high impact work. (Paraphrased) Where Q = Capability of scientist and potential impact of the chosen problem.