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In defense of 'useless knowledge'
October 30, 2026
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 30 -- The University of Utah posted the following news release:

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In defense of 'useless knowledge'

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Reposted from College of Science.

Nobel laureate Martin Chalfie believes the pursuit of "useless knowledge" is crucial to advance scientific discovery and technological innovation. An audience braved an evening monsoon to hear his case, colorfully presented at the University of Uta . . .

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