Quote by Arthur Koestler

Creativity in science could be described as the act of putting two and two together to make five

Creativity in science could be described as the act of putti

Summary

This quote suggests that creativity in science goes beyond traditional logic and reasoning. It implies that true innovative thinking involves making unexpected connections and merging seemingly unrelated ideas to form something greater than the sum of its parts. By pushing the boundaries of conventional thinking, scientists can challenge existing knowledge and come up with new concepts and discoveries that defy expectations. This process of combining seemingly disconnected elements can lead to breakthroughs and advance scientific progress.

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Science Creativity

By Arthur Koestler

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