importantSYS.SOURCE: Louisiana State University Faculty Publications• 2026-07-23T12:58:02Z

The Usefulness of Useless Knowledge: A 1939 Essay on Fundamental Research

#basic research #academic policy #historical analysis

This 1939 essay argues for the long-term value of fundamental research, emphasizing that seemingly impractical scientific inquiries often lead to transformative discoveries. It advocates for sustained academic support of curiosity-driven studies despite their immediate lack of utility.

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