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“...I think the popular view of Science is a solid body of truth, shared by a whole lot of learned men in a room, all agreeing on the answers to the questions of how the Universe works. Whereas nothing could be further from the truth!!! The one truth that I see emerging from the History of Science is that experiment has always surprised theorists. Einstein included!”

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Brian May

Brian May is a renowned British musician, born in July 1947. He is best known as the guitarist and lead vocalist of the iconic rock band Queen, whose unique guitar playing style and musical talent have made him famous worldwide. more

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