The question of what the pace of academia should be is becoming increasingly urgent in the modern world. The organic rhythm that once guided the academic world—allowing for reflection, deep inquiry, and the nurturing of intellectual growth—has given way to a culture of constant acceleration. Today, the pace of academia is dominated by a race for citations, high-impact publications, and the pressure to produce research in rapid succession. But what are the consequences of this accelerated pace, and how does it affect the essence of academic life? The Lost Organic Pace of Academia Historically, academia operated at a pace that…
