Discoveries using the telescopes on Mauna Kea

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Originally posted by Peter Epperson

Beware of the dogma that prevents scientists from exploring alternative views. Science is about keeping an open mind.

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Good luck with that Peter.

From my experience, scientists, the tried and true PhD kine, are often pretty screwed up by the process they go through to get their degree. I have been married to, was raised by, and 60% of my social circle is made up of scientists and I must observe, we're talking great observers, but otherwise, just like so many of the rest of us, they are a down right dysfunctional group if there ever was one.

To ask one to step outside the box, over a line, to see the world without their own preconceived notions, is blasphemy. And OMG will they read you the riot act if ever you were to challenge their preconceived notions.

But hey, when you do find an open minded scientist, one that retains the heart, and has the capacity to acknowledge their own shortcomings, OMG what wonderful people. What wonderful exchanges, insights, and relationships are possible. We have many kindred spirits right here on the island, though I do not think PW is a place they frequent.