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It is surprisingly difficult to measure scientific progress in meaningful ways. Part of the trouble is that it is hard to accurately evaluate how important any given scientific discovery is.

This write-up on Progress in Science from 2018 is a good reflection on the issues concerning the benefits that science has brought about.

A widely read reader should be able to answer the questions listed in the bulletin after reading this short write-up as well as looking through the materials provided in the link.

Question: Does scientific progress lead to human progress? Discuss.