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“As much as we sometimes roll our eyes at the ivory-tower isolation of universities, they continue to serve as remarkable engines of innovation.”

Quote by Steven Johnson

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Steven Johnson is a renowned author, born on June 6, 1968. His works cover a range of topics including innovation, urban development, and technology, and have been well-received by readers. more

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