Epic Projects: Solving Humanity's Long-Term Problems
2025-08-01
This article showcases remarkable human endeavors spanning decades and centuries, from proving Fermat's Last Theorem to the ongoing construction of Sagrada Familia and long-term experiments like the Framingham Heart Study. It explores how humanity tackles problems requiring sustained commitment over extended periods, highlighting projects driven by relentless effort and those leveraging accumulated technological advancements. The piece prompts reflection on which projects necessitate such lengthy timelines and which could be significantly accelerated. This falls under the Tech category, examining human perseverance and innovation in pursuing long-term goals.
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