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What does it mean?
Physics and philosophy are very young compared to their potential future. They are just starting.
In plain terms
These fields are young and have long futures ahead of them.
What can you take from it?
Be patient and open to future discoveries in these fields.

Where it applies

  • career planning
  • academic interest
  • historical perspective

Putting it to work

  • invest time in learning
  • expect long-term growth

Questions to consider

  • What does the future hold for these fields?
  • How do you feel about being part of the beginning?

Another view

This is speculation about future lifespans of fields.

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