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Y Combinator Cast

07/06/18

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Clear writing is essential in scientific papers, as demonstrated by Freeman Dyson's impactful work on quantum electrodynamics, which helped unify and clarify the contributions of other researchers.

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Fermat's Library Cofounders João Batalha and Luís Batalha

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Fermat's Library Cofounders João Batalha and Luís Batalha

07/06/18

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Clear communication stems from clear thinking; if you can distill your ideas to their essence, articulating them becomes much easier.

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