Does FQXi support full-time research?
Because of the unconventional nature of the FQXi mission, and concerns that such work may negatively influence promotion and tenure decisions, we normally recommend that the DAF fund only part-time work (15% to 40%), in parallel with the scientist’s usual research, rather than full-time appointments or studentships. Back to Top The dearth of research into “foundational questions” is not for lack of money, but fear of degree or tenure denial. For example, many academics turn to philosophical and speculative topics after tenure. At every stage of an academic career, challenges loom: earning a degree, landing a postdoctoral fellowship or a faculty position, receiving tenure, and even finding time to do some actual research. FQXi is sensitive toand realistic regardingthe possible adverse effects that performing foundational research may have on some academic researchers, especially those early in their career. On the other hand, requiring foundational thinkers to conceal their interests un
