"better understanding of science is potent for the welfare of the nation" Understanding Science "A man who has been a successful investigator in any field of experimental science approaches a problem in pure or applied science, even in an area in which he is quite ignorant, with a special point of view. I designate this point of view "understanding science independent of knowledge of the scientific facts to technique" in the new area to which he comes. an educated man can fail in U. Sci. An historical approach to certain end results is best towards understanding rather than a logical approach derived by working back from the product. The tactics & Strategy of Science 7.