Vladimir Putin Met with Young Scientists and Specialists of the Russian Federal University Nuclear Center at Sarov's All-Russian Research Institute Experimental Physics (RFNC – VNIIEF)
Vladimir Putin Met with Young Scientists and Specialists of the Russian Federal University Nuclear Center at Sarov's All-Russian Research Institute Experimental Physics (RFNC – VNIIEF)
Patriotic as I am, this scientific incubator perfectly illustrates how 20th century our American mindset and approach to government, education and military planning is - especially when compared to Russia’s 21st century awareness and aggressive desire for faster and more comprehensive expansion of a research incubator- the need to include arts, culture and entertainment (my forte) to ensure the brilliant young minds living there will desire to remain and raise families end
Correct! But our situation is being produced by our own choices as school boards are local and the states are mostly in control of their schools systems, not the feds. When I did my teacher ed work in the late 1990s, the key to success being made then was parental involvement in the education process where parent, student and teacher would form a team to advance learning. Being in my 40s at the time, I saw how empowering this could become IF put into practice. I went into teaching at the JC level, so never had an opportunity to use that formula at the K-12 level, but it's clear that never really was attempted; instead, Charter school privatization became the rage and many public schools were defunded. So, while Putin and team have rebuilt Russian education, we here in the USA have destroyed much of what was somewhat successful.
In the ‘70s my mom used to fume about the demise of “PTA” groups in the schools- parents increasingly of the belief that it was the teachers responsibility to instill values (like civics and ethics) in the children- they just didn’t have the time or motivation to do what was traditionally the responsibility of the parent. Did their parents (the “greatest” generation) fall short somehow? American exceptionalism blowback? Go figger.......
The turn from community to individualism was part of the post-war period, but was already being made even prior to the Depression. That's one of the lessons within John Dos Passos's <I>USA</i> trilogy. Further, this little bit is very instructive:
"The Silent Generation
The Silent Generation The name comes from an article in Time magazine from the 1950s, and alludes to the fact that the children of this generation were taught to be seen and not heard."
IMO that says quite a lot. Why was James Dean an movie idol? What was the reason behind making the screenplay for "Rebel Without a Cause"? And there's so much more to question. Yes, digging into this would be a great substack topic. And what we're discussing is part of the Great Values Fallout within the USA.
I’d say you nailed it Karl! The Silent Generation - part of the Great Values Fallout. I wonder if ‘old blighty’ was also afflicted - pop culture being both shared and envied do across the pond. A meaty topic for discussion to be sure. (I could picture the MoA barflies having a lively back and forth!) I might be crazy enough to put my as yet unused Substack newsletter space to use for this - I am generally allergic to writing assignments- correspondence is getting more enjoyable but still happens at a tedious pace. No promises!
Really enjoyed this--thanks for pulling it together. As a retired person once associated with research institutions in the West, I simply cannot imagine a conversation around initiatives of this sort--the sense of being part of a grand adventure and projet de societe--in any Western country today.
in order to figure out how many women are at the table, you just go by colour... the women typically have different colours that they wear.. the men - being the extreme conservatives that they are - all wear dark blue of black suits, lol... men are so boring, lol.. thanks for the post karl.. i especially liked the guy joking about finding a wife.. at least they have a sense of humour... on a related note.. my wife bought this light from norway about a year ago.. it seems very innovative and a good alternative to the standard reliance on electricity - a carrie portable lamp, made in norway.. perhaps rosatom makes them too? we won't get them here in canada even if they do...land of the brave and free you know, lol..
I just look at the hair and face. I remarked about that since Russia's known for its female academian scientists. I've seen other versions of that sort of lamp. After our last power outage we considered getting a few as they're more luminous than candles, but not nearly as romantic.
Presentation to Putin on research on neutrinos. Developing all industrial software in the country. Building institutes with open dialogue to tackle the fundamental problems of the universe and the earth. Full court press to develop talent across the country. Integrating culture with science and technology.
For 99% of Americans what is going on here is impossible. Russia is a gas station with rockets.
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I am going to wander into a few words related to my favorite polymath, Bruno Latour
Rationality. Bifurcation. Divide up reality into culture and nature. Science is transcendent with its access to reality. Science's transcendent position is from a Crossed Out God. Assumed but not recognized and would be denied if stated. Now the real world is three with the addition of the economy with its own claim to transcendence. Hence, with a Crossed Out Guard as the basis and legitimacy of the three poles of culture, science and economy, all rationality is accounted for. And the trap is set for reinforcing action and denialism. Big Time TINA - there is no alternative!!! No one can be against reality. To not face reality is the definition of crazy.
But wait. There is also ontology. This article shows oncological efforts that go beyond the rationalist trap.
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This is my personal reading and reflecting on Latour for 25 years. Does this make sense? I can provide references. In particular, the main points of this model are from a dissertation entitled "The Political Theology of Bruno Latour."
The continual expansion of what constitutes reality is impressive, which is one of the reasons I enjoy these discussions. That there's more beyond the "natural order" is clear. That's one of the reasons science is awe inspiring, which is something Carl Sagan tried to impart to the public.
In this kind of PR Ops they always place women for appearance. Women play a very marginal role in physics, and in high end science in general. The reasons are biological.
Patriotic as I am, this scientific incubator perfectly illustrates how 20th century our American mindset and approach to government, education and military planning is - especially when compared to Russia’s 21st century awareness and aggressive desire for faster and more comprehensive expansion of a research incubator- the need to include arts, culture and entertainment (my forte) to ensure the brilliant young minds living there will desire to remain and raise families end
.....raise families empo
grr.... empowering subsequent generations of brilliant young researchers and educators. We are sooo outclassed;^/
Correct! But our situation is being produced by our own choices as school boards are local and the states are mostly in control of their schools systems, not the feds. When I did my teacher ed work in the late 1990s, the key to success being made then was parental involvement in the education process where parent, student and teacher would form a team to advance learning. Being in my 40s at the time, I saw how empowering this could become IF put into practice. I went into teaching at the JC level, so never had an opportunity to use that formula at the K-12 level, but it's clear that never really was attempted; instead, Charter school privatization became the rage and many public schools were defunded. So, while Putin and team have rebuilt Russian education, we here in the USA have destroyed much of what was somewhat successful.
In the ‘70s my mom used to fume about the demise of “PTA” groups in the schools- parents increasingly of the belief that it was the teachers responsibility to instill values (like civics and ethics) in the children- they just didn’t have the time or motivation to do what was traditionally the responsibility of the parent. Did their parents (the “greatest” generation) fall short somehow? American exceptionalism blowback? Go figger.......
The turn from community to individualism was part of the post-war period, but was already being made even prior to the Depression. That's one of the lessons within John Dos Passos's <I>USA</i> trilogy. Further, this little bit is very instructive:
"The Silent Generation
The Silent Generation The name comes from an article in Time magazine from the 1950s, and alludes to the fact that the children of this generation were taught to be seen and not heard."
IMO that says quite a lot. Why was James Dean an movie idol? What was the reason behind making the screenplay for "Rebel Without a Cause"? And there's so much more to question. Yes, digging into this would be a great substack topic. And what we're discussing is part of the Great Values Fallout within the USA.
I’d say you nailed it Karl! The Silent Generation - part of the Great Values Fallout. I wonder if ‘old blighty’ was also afflicted - pop culture being both shared and envied do across the pond. A meaty topic for discussion to be sure. (I could picture the MoA barflies having a lively back and forth!) I might be crazy enough to put my as yet unused Substack newsletter space to use for this - I am generally allergic to writing assignments- correspondence is getting more enjoyable but still happens at a tedious pace. No promises!
Really enjoyed this--thanks for pulling it together. As a retired person once associated with research institutions in the West, I simply cannot imagine a conversation around initiatives of this sort--the sense of being part of a grand adventure and projet de societe--in any Western country today.
in order to figure out how many women are at the table, you just go by colour... the women typically have different colours that they wear.. the men - being the extreme conservatives that they are - all wear dark blue of black suits, lol... men are so boring, lol.. thanks for the post karl.. i especially liked the guy joking about finding a wife.. at least they have a sense of humour... on a related note.. my wife bought this light from norway about a year ago.. it seems very innovative and a good alternative to the standard reliance on electricity - a carrie portable lamp, made in norway.. perhaps rosatom makes them too? we won't get them here in canada even if they do...land of the brave and free you know, lol..
it says these are made in denmark - https://cassonhardware.com/products/carrie-portable-led-lamp
I just look at the hair and face. I remarked about that since Russia's known for its female academian scientists. I've seen other versions of that sort of lamp. After our last power outage we considered getting a few as they're more luminous than candles, but not nearly as romantic.
This is an incredible article.
Presentation to Putin on research on neutrinos. Developing all industrial software in the country. Building institutes with open dialogue to tackle the fundamental problems of the universe and the earth. Full court press to develop talent across the country. Integrating culture with science and technology.
For 99% of Americans what is going on here is impossible. Russia is a gas station with rockets.
***
I am going to wander into a few words related to my favorite polymath, Bruno Latour
Rationality. Bifurcation. Divide up reality into culture and nature. Science is transcendent with its access to reality. Science's transcendent position is from a Crossed Out God. Assumed but not recognized and would be denied if stated. Now the real world is three with the addition of the economy with its own claim to transcendence. Hence, with a Crossed Out Guard as the basis and legitimacy of the three poles of culture, science and economy, all rationality is accounted for. And the trap is set for reinforcing action and denialism. Big Time TINA - there is no alternative!!! No one can be against reality. To not face reality is the definition of crazy.
But wait. There is also ontology. This article shows oncological efforts that go beyond the rationalist trap.
***
This is my personal reading and reflecting on Latour for 25 years. Does this make sense? I can provide references. In particular, the main points of this model are from a dissertation entitled "The Political Theology of Bruno Latour."
The continual expansion of what constitutes reality is impressive, which is one of the reasons I enjoy these discussions. That there's more beyond the "natural order" is clear. That's one of the reasons science is awe inspiring, which is something Carl Sagan tried to impart to the public.
In this kind of PR Ops they always place women for appearance. Women play a very marginal role in physics, and in high end science in general. The reasons are biological.
Bolgna breath!! You clearly know little about women or Russia.