How Science Advances, "One Funeral at a Time"

The video discusses the changing importance of top universities in predicting success, highlighting that innovation and new ideas often come from outside established circles. It explores Max Planck's views on generational change in science and examines how scientific fields evolve after the loss of a leading figure. The video also analyzes the role of lobbying in political systems, noting the impact of connections and regulations on transparency and influence.

What role do individual motivations and incentives play in the direction of scientific progress according to the speaker?

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How does the speaker characterize the relationship between lobbying and political influence?

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What are the unintended consequences of lobbying regulations as discussed by the speaker?

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