I guess this is not what Shakespeare had in mind, but in complexity theory,
the whole is typically more than the parts. For example if we take a team or
group, and remove all the members, we are left with the common intentions
and beliefs (for example the common vision or the shared goal), which are
abstract and immaterial, but have a profound effect.
-J.
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I know not what or how philosophy lead to DNA, or the transistor, or
Shannon's Theorem, or Darwin's thoughts. I would be interested in being
informed about how classical philosophy is on the frontier of new concepts
in Natural Philosophy. I reckon My Lord Hamlet had it right when he said,
"There is more in heaven and earth, Horatio, than is dreamed of in your
philosophy." Any way you interpret the line! He also complained to
Polonius, "Words, words, words"! Sounds like a philosopher!
Peter Lissaman, Da Vinci Ventures
Expertise is not knowing everything, but knowing what to look for.
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