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ArishMell · 70-79, M
No, it's probably not cool to be a "nerd" or "geek" whatever they are.
However, though my weak mathematical ability blocked my early dream of becoming a Scientist or Engineer, I can appreciate it might be "cool" for someone who is good at Maths to get off his or her backside and apply a huge amount of hard work and dedication for some years, to qualify and develop a career in either of those fields.
I would not say the "Big Bang Theory" alone has made the subject "sexy" (isn't that biology?) but huge ideas like that do inspire many to follow the science.
However, though my weak mathematical ability blocked my early dream of becoming a Scientist or Engineer, I can appreciate it might be "cool" for someone who is good at Maths to get off his or her backside and apply a huge amount of hard work and dedication for some years, to qualify and develop a career in either of those fields.
I would not say the "Big Bang Theory" alone has made the subject "sexy" (isn't that biology?) but huge ideas like that do inspire many to follow the science.