Pictorial explanation of what getting a Ph.D. means

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The discussion highlights an article by Matt Might that visually represents the journey of obtaining a PhD. While the imagery is appreciated for its cleverness, it also draws attention to a perceived phallic reference, suggesting that earning a PhD may inflate one's ego. The conversation shifts to a broader perspective, emphasizing that the collective efforts of individuals—regardless of their academic credentials—significantly contribute to the advancement of knowledge, likening this impact to a supernova that expands the boundaries of understanding.
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Very good.
 
I like this a lot. Thanks for showing it.
 
That's very clever, but there is also a clear phallic reference indicated by the picture which seems to say that getting a PhD makes you even a bigger **** than you already were. :smile:

But, the really big picture is that the sum total of all people pushing out that boundary (whether those people have Ph.D.s or not) is much more than a little blip on the surface. That total of all human effort makes the surface expand like a supernova.
 
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