To know or not to know, that is the question.
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Because not knowing means: superstitions, blind selfishness, wild competition, misunderstandings, war, famine destruction.
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To know means for humanity: thorough organization, rational activity, cooperation, solidarity, peaceful evolution.
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To know means for every person: to live your time of "being" with satisfaction and to await the moment of "not being" with serenity.
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Emil G. Racovitza
Constituted to honor the legacy of Emil G. Racovitza,
Antarctic explorer, oceanographer and founder of biospeleology (life in caves),
the Foundation fosters international collaboration in the exploration and conservation of extreme environments,
and creates opportunities for the young generations to continue to benefit from exploring natural frontiers and life in all its forms.
For the mission, vision and current events please refer to the foundation homepage.