Word: einstein
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Dates: during 1950-1959
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Frank described Einstein's methodology as constructing with his mind a framework which he could relate to the sense world. He cited the following incident as proof that Einstein combined both approaches...
...Have you heard the vogue?' Einstein asked Frank, 'people think apart from reality.' 'But remember, you started it,' Frank replied. 'Yes,' agreed Einstein, 'but it is not good to repeat a joke that has come off well too many times...
Regarding the metaphysicians, Frank claimed that Einstein made a valuable contribution to philosophy by removing space and time from their consideration. "He went farther than others, where they were fuzzy he was clear," Frank said...
...three members of the panel agreed, however, on Einstein's approach to science. Aiken called him an empyricist, which he defined as one who requires observational support for his theories...
...Asked if Einstein had any advice for young men, Frank said, "I never asked him for any advice...