Into the Impossible With Brian Keating Think Like Galileo: My Brown University Commencement Address (2022)
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Oct 12, 2024 The speaker reflects on Galileo Galilei's profound impact on science and his relentless pursuit of truth. Personal anecdotes illuminate the challenges faced during academic journeys, emphasizing hope and friendship. Key discussions include confirmation bias in research and ethical standards for scientists. The importance of perseverance is explored through the metaphor of flying. Humorous tales, like trying to acquire a penguin, accompany insights into gravitational waves and cosmic discoveries, all while inspiring future generations through Galileo's legacy.
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Lifelong Friendships From Brown
- Brian Keating met lifelong friend Stefan Alexander on his first day at Brown in 1993 and their friendship shaped his career trajectory.
- He later nearly killed Stefan on a training flight but retained their enduring bond and mentorship.
Telescope As A Scientific Lever
- Galileo perfected the telescope and used it to make measurable what was previously unmeasurable.
- His work displaced Earth from cosmic centrality and founded modern observational science.
Obligation To Communicate Science
- Share your scientific work with the public because taxpayers fund much of academic research.
- Use science to access the sublime and apply reason rather than avoiding inquiry due to doctrine.