Quote by Paul Nurse

Like many students, I found the drudgery of real experiments and the slowness of progress a complete shock, and at my low points I contemplated other alternative careers including study of the philosophy or sociology of science.

Like many students, I found the drudgery of real experiments

Summary

The quote captures the author's initial disillusionment with the process of conducting real experiments and their frustration with the slow pace of progress in scientific research. The author recounts feeling overwhelmed by the tediousness and lack of immediate results, contemplating other potential career paths, such as philosophy or sociology of science, as a way to cope with their disheartenment. This quote highlights the challenges and doubts that many students or scientists may face when encountering the realities of scientific experimentation.

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By Paul Nurse

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