Go Sensible Science

Infinity often enters our thinking without noise. It appears in a formula, in a classroom, in a casual statement like “it goes on forever.” And then, suddenly, it refuses to behave. The rules remain correct, but the mind loses grip. At that moment, infinity stops being mathematics and starts becoming something else. Something older. Something familiar. Why Infinity Starts Feeling Divine Infinity has a strange effect on the human mind. We can define it, use it, and work with it, yet it never truly settles inside our intuition. No matter how large a number becomes, there is always a larger one. Some infinities are bigger than others. An infinite set can match another infinite set without changing size. These ideas are correct, yet deeply uncomfortable. That discomfort matters. Historically, whatever unsettles the human mind has often been placed in the realm of the divine. Infinity humbles us, and humility has always been close to God. How the Unexplainable Became God From early c...

As an engineer, my exposure to Bruno Latour’s Laboratory Life has provided me with a unique lens through which to view scientific practice. In science and engineering, we often operate under the belief that mathematics, algorithms, and equations are purely objective—not affected by personal, cultural, or social influences. However, Latour challenges this notion, suggesting that scientific studies are not merely discovered but designed, shaped by the environments in which they are conducted. This perspective has resonated deeply with me, revealing that the practice of science is as much about its social dynamics as it is about empirical rigor. The Social Fabric of Scientific Research Science is often considered universal, yet the way research is conducted and received varies across cultures. Take, for example, a groundbreaking discovery in an Indian laboratory. The response from researchers in India may differ significantly from that of their counterparts in the U.S. or ...

Science is often perceived as a rigid structure—an objective discipline built upon unshakable theories and irrefutable evidence. The language of research papers deliberately eliminates subjective opinion, giving the impression that scientific truths are final and unquestionable. But if science becomes something we accept without critical thinking, how different is it from religion? This is not to undermine science or exalt religion, but to explore an important perspective: if we do not question, then our scientific practice becomes just another belief system. The Ritualistic Nature of Science In scientific research, citations play a crucial role. Papers often cite those that have been widely cited before, forming an intellectual echo chamber. Theories are built upon previous theories, and deviations from established thought are met with skepticism or outright rejection. This self-reinforcing system resembles religious rituals where scriptures are cited to validate beliefs. The gatek...