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It almost makes you wonder if we should be spending significantly more on basic science research. The dividends paid by basic research are difficult to measure
by melling 8y ago
It almost makes you wonder if we should be spending significantly more on basic science research.
The dividends paid by basic research are difficult to measure.
- sjg007 8y agoBasic research has the biggest bang for the buck.
- specialist 8y agoProton therapy (to treat tumors etc.) is a side benefit of particle accelerators. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proton_therapy#History https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proton_therapy#History Blows my mind.
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