Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around an undergraduate student's discovery of a number theorem and their concerns about publishing it due to a lack of credentials. Participants provide suggestions on how to approach publication and the importance of sharing findings with trusted individuals.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- Gimblestitch Archmage expresses uncertainty about publishing their theorem due to being an undergraduate student.
- Some participants suggest consulting an adviser or professor to assess the theorem's publishability and potential for further development.
- There is a viewpoint that anyone can publish a paper regardless of their academic status, provided the work is legitimate and interesting.
- One participant warns against sharing the theorem publicly to avoid potential credit theft, advocating for discretion in sharing with trusted individuals.
- Another participant counters that credit cannot be obtained without sharing the work with others.
- There is a disagreement regarding the tone of responses, with some participants feeling that others were being dismissive or snarky.
- Gimblestitch Archmage later mentions submitting the theorem to the Journal of AMS.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing opinions on the best approach to publishing the theorem and the importance of sharing findings. The discussion includes both supportive and critical responses, indicating a lack of consensus on how to proceed.
Contextual Notes
Some assumptions about the nature of the theorem and its significance remain unexamined. The discussion reflects varying perspectives on academic publishing and the sharing of original work.
