Researcher decries inefficient 'reinventing the wheel' in academia
rajiinio · x · 2026-08-23
A researcher voiced frustration over the phenomenon of "reinventing the wheel" in research, labeling it inefficient and unhelpful. They pointed out a clear communication gap between communities, suggesting that current engagement strategies are failing. The discussion cites 2019 discourse, the MD4SG community launched in 2016, and 2023 work connecting different fields to the language of "alignment."
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