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So scientists create science, but non-scientists apply science? If a scientist were to ever apply science, perhaps like those working at CERN, they would ultima
by oldstrangers 15y ago
So scientists create science, but non-scientists apply science? If a scientist were to ever apply science, perhaps like those working at CERN, they would ultimately become non-scientists? Wait, engineers _built_ CERN applying science, but scientists _use_ CERN ... using science.
I think the only difference is that some scientists test science, and some scientists apply science. Is a doctor a scientist or an engineer? He's both testing and applying. Semantics are sometimes pretty stupid (or usually always), and honestly that's the only reason I'm pursuing this silly argument.
- urbanjunkie 15y agoGo and do some research into the difference between science and engineering. Then go and do some research into the difference between theoretical and experimental science. Just because you use science, doesn't mean you are a scientist. The application of science CAN be science, but often isn't. Pointless trolling is always pointless.
- oldstrangers 15y agoI'm not trolling, I just think the semantics involved in this discussion are stupid. Scientist: A person who is studying or has expert knowledge of one or more of the natural or physical sciences. Seems rather open ended.
- urbanjunkie 15y agoBy your definition everyone is a scientist. What has Mark Zuckerberg done that can be called science. You should also cite your references - The Free Dictionary isn't particularly credible.