Cutting funding for basic scientific research would be a big mistake
Tuesday, January 13, 2015 - 08:20
in Mathematics & Economics
For all the exciting stories and developments that basic science research produces, there is one question that the public never tires of asking: "What are the possible applications of that discovery?" or "What is the value of your research?" While the question is arguably one worth asking, the answer doesn't always convince everyone. And if it isn't convincing, people are quick to react: "Why then are we investing insane amounts of money into those experiments?"