December 2011
20 posts
Trials and Errors: Why Science Is Failing Us →
This assumption—that understanding a system’s constituent parts means we also understand the causes within the system—is not limited to the pharmaceutical industry or even to biology. It defines modern science. In general, we believe that the so-called problem of causation can be cured by more information, by our ceaseless accumulation of facts. Scientists refer to this process as reductionism....
“I know I’ve debated with Jay before but if you know me, you know I think debate...”
– A comment made about my post about needing an intern. And, yes, that is my goal in life— to always do something that pushes healthcare for the better. And no matter how difficult it is to do something interesting in the health space, I’ve got drive. But trust me, it’s difficult.
I need an intern.
Next month, we’ll be launching a new company, Sherpaa. I’m looking for a medical student who wants to learn a few things about starting a health company. You must be:
tech savvy and can navigate your way around web apps
entrepreneurially-minded
in NYC
curious
ready to go ASAP
Send me an email if you’re interested. Let’s talk.
UPDATE: I found a really great intern....
