What does it take to be an intellectual prodigy in academia? One word: fearlessness. After reading “Don’t call me a prodigy – the rising stars of European mathematics,” I was inspired by the stories of brilliant young minds and their take on the world. But they seemed to all have one thing in common: a willingness to take risks.
I mean really, as a “normal” person over here, thinking about chasing down a mathematical proof for 10 years until maybe I can come up with a solution, I can’t help but wonder how I am going to eat when I fail to come up with the answer.
So here is a salute to all those out there who have boldly gone where no man has gone before (cerebrally speaking).
Here is the link to the article I referred to: http://www.dw.com/en/dont-call-me-a-prodigy-the-rising-stars-of-european-mathematics/a-19421389