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“Physics is perceived as a lonesome, nerdy kind of enterprise that has very little to do with human feelings and the things that excite people day-to-day about each other. Yet physicists in their own working environment are very social creatures.” quote by Leonard Susskind
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“Physics is perceived as a lonesome, nerdy kind of enterprise that has very little to do with human feelings and the things that excite people day-to-day about each other. Yet physicists in their own working environment are very social creatures.”

Leonard Susskind

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Source Lecture: Physics and Humanity, 2014

Physics appears isolated but physicists are socially collaborative, intertwining emotion and curiosity.

In simple terms: Physicists are social.

Key Takeaway

Recognize community in science.

Themes

science social dynamics humanity curiosity

Mood

enthusiastic reflective

Type

observational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • research labs
  • academic conferences
  • public outreach

Key Concepts

Collaboration emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we humanize scientific fields?
  • What role does emotion play in discovery?
A Different Perspective

Stereotypes may deter newcomers.

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