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219 | Dani Bassett and Perry Zurn on the Neuroscience and Philosophy of Curiosity

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Curiosity vs. Focus in Academia

This chapter delves into the tension between interdisciplinary exploration and the necessity for focused research within academic settings. It examines the role of curiosity and storytelling in shaping academic culture, as well as the evolving perceptions of these concepts throughout history. The discussion also highlights the philosophical nuances of wonder in contrast to curiosity and its implications in contemporary education.

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