It is valid to ask, if we could do better. I think we can. For example in computer science: Less funding for big projects, but more smaller proposals. Do not co

It is valid to ask, if we could do better. I think we can. For example in computer science: Less funding for big projects, but more smaller proposals. Do not consider past publications (aka authority) so much for funding decisions. Similar thoughts: http://lemire.me/blog/archives/2012/05/22/creating-incentives-for-better-science/ http://lemire.me/blog/archives/2012/05/22/creating-incentive...