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The Scientist’s Dilemma | Dr. Sutirth Dey | #40

Join us for an illuminating conversation with Prof. Sutirth Dey, a distinguished evolutionary biologist, as he explores the nuanced realities of being a scientist in the 21st century. With a blend of personal reflection and professional insight, he unpacks the profound joys and inevitable struggles of pursuing knowledge. From the exhilaration of discovery and the thrill of pushing intellectual boundaries to the deep fulfillment of contributing to transformative advancements, Prof. Dey reveals what makes scientific inquiry a truly unique and rewarding endeavor. At the same time, he candidly addresses the challenges that define the modern scientific landscape—the relentless competition for funding and recognition, the pressure to produce groundbreaking research, and the struggle to maintain a work-life balance amid ever-growing demands. He discusses the constraints of limited resources, the impact of stringent regulations, and the resilience required to navigate an increasingly complex academic environment. Yet, through it all, Prof. Dey emphasizes the enduring passion for knowledge and the boundless potential of science to shape a better future. Tune in to this compelling episode as we uncover the intricate dance between triumph and adversity in the life of a scientist today. Also at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Mqs... TIMELINE 00:00:00 – Catching up: reflections and updates 00:02:10 – The rising pressure on researchers 00:04:45 – Should scientists have guaranteed access to public funding? 00:16:20 – Why is science always the first to face budget cuts? 00:18:30 – Do you have to be crazy to become a scientist? 00:24:15 – "Sports is just hitting something with something—sometimes with nothing." 00:30:00 – Does "scarcity breeds innovation" apply to science? 00:35:40 – On polymathic scientists and collaboration in research 00:46:45 – Do we need discipline-specific departments? 00:56:00 – The bloat of administrative bullshit 01:11:00 – Why administrators should spend more time with scientists 01:13:43 – Open-source publishing: "You spend, therefore you are" 01:23:37 – From grants as a means to do science to science as a means to get grants 01:30:50 – Is science more democratic now? No—no one is hiring taxonomists (and more cynicism). 01:38:35 – There is no novelty in cynicism, but it’s time to address the deeper issues eroding public trust in science 01:41:25 – The unprecedented speed of change: Are scientists ready? 01:44:15 – Time-lapsing erodes deep thought: The tyranny of deadlines is turning scientists into junkies. 01:51:15 – How do we resist the erosion of deep thought and defeat time-lapsing? 01:53:42 – The choice of spouse matters for scientists: Find a hedge fund manager. 01:56:15 – In science, winners are decided by posthumous creatures 02:02:30 – The pyramid model of modern scientific labs: hierarchy, competition, and innovation 02:07:20 – Do we have an oversupply of PhDs? Rethinking academia’s talent pipeline. 02:14:15 – The incentives in science must be realigned 02:14:45 – Grants to get more grants to get more grants… the endless cycle of funding 01:19:15 – Scientists should stay away from partisan politics 02:23:40 – Do I research to fill my void, or am I just a science junkie? 02:24:45 – Do we need more Manhattan Projects to tackle significant scientific problems? 02:29:20 – Be a young historian's friend (looking at you, editors at Trends!) 02:37:30 – We forgot to discuss AI—it looks like we’ll have to meet again! 02:28:30 – The future of review articles in scientific research: Evolution or extinction? 02:42:35 – As AI makes writing cheap, scientific rigor will matter more than ever 02:54:10 – Will AI change who we hire for research? No, we'll continue hiring differently-thinking people! Sutirth Dey: https://pbl.acads.iiserpune.ac.in/sut...