Starting from the bottom means, you really did understand it all, once completed... | Hacker News

Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit

hutzlibu on March 31, 2021 | parent | context | favorite | on: Scientists create simple synthetic cell

Starting from the bottom means, you really did understand it all, once completed ..

callesgg on March 31, 2021 [–]

If that is the ultimate purpose and you have a way to slowly progress towards full understanding sure.

hutzlibu on March 31, 2021 | [–]

Oh, I would say many researchers have that goal, but probably not many would consider it a realistic goal to be achieved in their lifetime ..

(all assumed, biology is not my area)

Consider applying for YC's Fall 2026 batch! Applications are open till July 27.
Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact