Barbara Bear Says...

By sb admin on January 23, 2009.

Science: The observation, identification, description, experimental investigation, and theoretical explanation of phenomena; Knowledge, especially that gained through experience.

And these are the essence of the talents so sorely needed in our world; culturally, philosophically and economically. It is not the argument of stem cells or any particular research, but rather the innate curiosity that compels learning and thoughtfulness beyond the limits of the ordinary and mundane routine. It is this gift that has been lost by stifling Science; it is a gift of more richness than imaginable and a gift that must be given back to us and to our children. Let the Science Renaissance begin!

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