Break Quote by Martin Fleischmann
“Usually, if you have a new idea, you very rarely break through to anything like recognizable development or implementation of that idea the first time around - it takes two or three goes for the research community to return to the topic.”
About This Quote
Innovative ideas often need multiple attempts before gaining traction in research.
In simple terms: Ideas need repeated effort to succeed.
Key Takeaway
Iterate and refine.
Themes
research
innovation
patience
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
academic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- grant writing
- lab experiments
- conference presentations
- peer review
Key Concepts
scientific method
knowledge diffusion
collaboration
Questions to Reflect On
- How many iterations are acceptable?
- What supports persistence in research?
A Different Perspective
May cause frustration from repeated failures.
