Edge's 2006 Question released was an annual event organized by the online magazine, Edge.org, where they posed a thought-provoking question to a group of leading scientists, thinkers, and artists. The goal was to stimulate discussions and explore new ideas in various fields.
The question for Edge's 2006 Question released was "What is your dangerous idea?" Participants were asked to share an idea that they believed would have a significant impact on society, even if it was controversial or challenging to traditional beliefs.
The event featured contributions from over 160 influential individuals, including scientists such as Steven Pinker, Richard Dawkins, and Daniel Dennett, as well as artists like Brian Eno and Laurie Anderson.
The event sparked lively discussions and debates among participants and readers, leading to the exploration of new ideas and perspectives in various scientific fields. It also allowed for the exchange of knowledge and collaboration between individuals from different disciplines.
Although the event took place in 2006, the ideas and discussions generated from it are still relevant today. Many of the dangerous ideas proposed have continued to shape scientific thinking and have even inspired further research and development in various fields.