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jonahx
on Oct 13, 2013
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Quantum physics sheds light on Riemann hypothesis
I had the same thought: One of the deepest mysteries of mathematics is important because.... of online e-commerce?
Nice to know we've got our cultural priorities straight!
CamperBob2
on Oct 13, 2013
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There can be no higher "cultural priority" than closing the intellectual feedback loop between research and the people who pay for it. It drives our progress as a society.
auggierose
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Exactly. And that's why you shouldn't lie but tell the truth.
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Nice to know we've got our cultural priorities straight!