Weatherhead's Samuel Arbesman on complexity, science and innovation
Invested: Samuel Arbesman, fellow at the xLab at Weatherhead School of Management, outlined how complexity shapes our world and why understanding it requires patience and curiosity. He emphasized embracing uncertainty in science and innovation, noting, “We often mistake familiarity for simplicity.” Arbesman also reflected on technology’s evolution—from his first Commodore VIC-20 to today’s intricate systems.
