Personally i wouldn't interrupt Bill Gates. He's doing amazing stuff. But it could really appeal to other philanthropists who seek recognition and impact. Anot

Personally i wouldn't interrupt Bill Gates. He's doing amazing stuff. But it could really appeal to other philanthropists who seek recognition and impact. Another idea i had in that area - why won't great scientists collaboratively start an open DARPA - creating propositions for truly breakthrough science/engineering projects - and letting philanthropists buy and make them happen ? Assuming philanthropists get at least one success from a few trials - it's guaranteed impact - on a very large scale.