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scientific investment
Coverage of scientific investment in the Nexus archive.
- Wendy Schmidt: Three centuries of science is something to celebrate
The article highlights the advancements in science over three centuries, contrasting George Washington's 1799 death from bloodletting and lack of knowledge about dinosaurs with modern scientific achievements like the polio vaccine and moon landing. It emphasizes the importance of continued investment in science despite current challenges like funding cuts and public distrust.