The Future of Science…Is Art?
Jonah Lehrer’s argument that we need to connect the scientific and artistic worlds is a topic that I fully stand behing. Lehrer does a great job identifying why we should consider this shift and providing examples of what has been done in thepast. His suggestions for steps that need to be taken are persuasive yet, are not too aggresive. The fact that Lehrer stands up for both science and art in this essay makes it much more enjoyable to read and goes hand in hand with his point that we need to be accepting of art and science perspectives. The overall argument is clear and pushes the reader to form their own opinions. It was personally much easier for me to find what my own opinion on this topic is while reading this essay rather than reading the essay by Yo-Yo Ma.
Synapse:
A junction between two nerve cells, consisting of a minute gap across which impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter.
Epiphenomenon:
A secondary effect or byproduct that arises from but does not causally influence a process.
Holistic perspective:
A perspective in which many different factors are taken into account to generate a picture of the culture as a whole
I’m so happy that you found Lehrer’s argument clear. I can see that you are putting your annotations to good use. Well done!