James Harris Simons quotes

James Harris Simons is an American mathematician, hedge fund manager, and philanthropist. Renowned for founding Renaissance Technologies, he pioneered the use of quantitative models in investing. He is widely regarded as one of the most successful investors and supporters of scientific research. Here are 2 of his quotes:

The best way to conduct research on a larger scale is to make sure everyone knows what everyone else is doing... The sooner the better - start talking to other people about what you're doing. Because that's what will stimulate things the fastest. (James Harris Simons)
Why don't we have enough teachers of math and science in the public schools? One answer is well, if they knew the subject well, they'd also know enough to work for Google or Goldman Sachs or God knows where. View quote
James Harris Simons

James Harris Simons

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Occupation: American Businessman
Born: April 25, 1938
Died: May 10, 2024
Quotes count: 2