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“Science and religion are, of course, two different ways of looking at the universe; and it's the same universe with two different windows.”

Quote by Freeman Dyson

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Freeman Dyson is an accomplished theoretical physicist known for his contributions to quantum electrodynamics, cosmology, and nuclear physics. He has worked at institutions such as the Institute for Advanced Study and the University of Cambridge, and has been honored for his innovative research and ideas. more

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