…. have you read about the Poincare Conjecture? Scott‘s put up a link the Washington Post Article if you haven’t. Basically, it’s possible that someone has solved one of the biggest mathematical problems of modern times, which may lead to things like understanding the shape of the universe.
The problem is, thickos like me can’t even understand the problem itself, let alone the solution. Doesn’t make you humble when you think about people excelling in a world of things you’ll never understand?
On the other hand, my philosophy tutor took us out whem we finished our finals at University. He was one of the few people who could bridge mathematical thinking with abstract left brain stuff. We had to show him how to use his credit card when it was time to pay……
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