The PhD Metagame: Don't Try to Reform Science: Did you know there are two sciences?

In the context of academia, there are two types of science: the idealized Science 1, focused on understanding the world and seeking truth, and the practical Science 2, which involves the social and cultural aspects of conducting research, including publishing papers and obtaining funding. The post advises PhD students not to try to reform the scientific system during their studies, as such efforts can be time-consuming and ineffective without authority or reputation. Instead, students should first navigate and understand the existing system before attempting any reforms.