This Idea Must Die

In This Idea Must Die, publisher John Brockman invites 175 leading scientists, artists, and philosophers to confront a pivotal question: which scientific ideas should be abandoned to pave the way for progress? The contributors provide compelling insights, with notable figures like Steven Pinker challenging perceptions of human behavior and Sherry Turkle reassessing our expectations of artificial intelligence. This thought-provoking anthology explores diverse perspectives, aiming to reshape our understanding of the world and inspire future innovations.