Roger Babson's Anti-Gravity Contest - Comments

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The discussion revolves around Roger Babson's Anti-Gravity Contest, exploring its historical significance and implications for the understanding of science. Participants reflect on the article's content and its broader context within scientific discourse.

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  • Some participants express appreciation for the article, noting its interesting insights into Babson's legacy.
  • One participant suggests that the article illustrates the misconception that the history of science is a straightforward progression towards current knowledge.
  • A participant inquires about the timing of the next FQXi essay contest, indicating a connection to ongoing discussions in the field.
  • Another participant mentions an alternative physics essay contest organized by AIP, contributing additional context to the discussion.

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Participants generally agree on the interesting nature of the article and its implications, but there is no consensus on the timing of future essay contests or the broader implications of Babson's work.

Contextual Notes

Some comments reflect uncertainty regarding the scheduling of essay contests and the implications of Babson's legacy, indicating a lack of definitive information.

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Very interesting. I enjoyed reading it. :oldsmile:
 
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What an interesting legacy Roger Babson left!
 
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Very interesting article - Just shows that humble, even discreditable, origins can have a commendable outcome.

Talking about essay contests, anyone know when is the next FQXi essay contest is likely to be announced? I've been checking their site http://fqxi.org/ for months, but so far not a squeak (just a message saying "stay tuned")
 
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What a fun Insight. Thank you for sharing.

I believe that many laymen think that since science is supposed to be rational and logical, that science history should also be rational and logical; leaving a trail of little arrows all pointing in the direction of present knowledge. One could use this article as a grand example of the falsity of that belief.
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
What an interesting legacy Roger Babson left!
That was a fantastic read!
 
Glad you all enjoyed.
 
OwlHoot said:
Very interesting article - Just shows that humble, even discreditable, origins can have a commendable outcome.

Talking about essay contests, anyone know when is the next FQXi essay contest is likely to be announced? I've been checking their site http://fqxi.org/ for months, but so far not a squeak (just a message saying "stay tuned")
OwlHoot, not sure about that one, but AIP has a physics essay contest going on: http://scitation.aip.org/aip/magazine/physicstoday/info/physics2116/
 

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