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EP 144: Sabine Winters - Scientific Imagination

Sep 17, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Late Start in Philosophy

  • Sabine Winters started studying philosophy at 27 after a challenging earlier study attempt and work period.
  • She combined motherhood with studying, taking a break when pregnant and later returning to her passion.
INSIGHT

Why Dystopian Futures Dominate

  • Dystopian narratives dominate our imagination possibly due to evolutionary hardwiring or as a reflection of current anxieties.
  • Positive futures are vital to counterbalance and inspire alternative hopeful visions.
INSIGHT

Role of Scientific Imagination

  • Scientific imagination bridges science and art, fueling innovation by inspiring creative possibilities.
  • Conversations with artists and scientists reveal imagination's key role in scientific discovery and creativity.
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