From myth to algorithm: The voice of science

Authors

  • Francisca Villanueva-Flores Centro de Investigación en Ciencia Aplicada y Tecnología Avanzada, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Boulevard de la Tecnología, 1036 Z-1, P 2/2, 62790 Atlacholoaya, Morelos, México.

Keywords:

Myth, Curiosity, Narrative, Algorithm

Abstract

This text metaphorically narrates, in the first person, the evolution of science through its forms of expression: from myth to algorithm. Using symbolic terms such as Homo
narrativus, Homo algorithmicus among others, it reflects on how human curiosity shapes science and how science, in turn, transforms its voice, means, and challenges. In a world dominated by technological advances, the essay argues that the essence of science remains rooted in humanity’s capacity for wonder, playfulness, and the ongoing pursuit of meaning. This essay is intended for readers interested in engaging, creative reflections on scientific topics.

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Published

2025-07-14

How to Cite

Villanueva-Flores, F. (2025). From myth to algorithm: The voice of science. Revista De divulgación científica IBIO, 7(3), 258. Retrieved from http://revistaibio.com/ojs33/index.php/main/article/view/258

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 3 (2025): From the nanoscopic to the monumental

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Art in science and engineering

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