June 21, 2009
3. Other Awesome Quotes from the Conference.

So ends my reporting of two fascinating days. Thanks for your attention.

Both scientists and artists go to the edge of the void. Scientists bring back facts in a little metal box. Artists just want to take a snapshot: ‘I was there!’” - Adam Zaretsky, artist.

Saying eureka is an orgasm.” - Adam Zaretsky, artist, about sensuality in sciences.

If I have no memories, am I really human anymore?” - Victor Nurcombe, stem cell researcher.

Rethinking expertise: people who know more should be listened to.” - Think that’s obvious? Yeah. Think again. Harry Collins, sociology of science, professor at Cardiff University.

— From London.

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