I am surprised by the fact that Dr. Strauss and Professor Nemur had such different reactions to Charlie's dilemma about catching Gimpy stealing. Nemur seemed completely removed from the situation when he advised Charlie to not, "become involved in what would be an unpleasant situation" because he was, "an innocent bystander". Strauss, however, expressed strong sentiments about how Charlie, "was morally obligated to tell Mr. Donner". These two have very conflicting opinions about something that is small when compared to the work they engage in at the lab. A debate about the morality of cheating is infinitesimal if brought against the ethics behind a procedure to make a handicapped man smarter. I feel like Profesor Nemur has no concern about the consequences behind an action, which is shown by his carelessness here and when he wants to publish the work about Charlie before they are certain of the results. Dr. Strauss, on the other hand, has strong ideals about morality and reliability. I sense that he is very sure about the way things should happen. I wonder how their two contrasting personalities are able to perform such extensive research and began a project together. This just really bothers me. I am appalled by Professor Nemur's nonchalant attitude to ignore the problem and the fact that Dr. Strauss is able to tolerate Nemur if he preaches about moral obligations. How do you all feel about their work relationship, is it poisonous or profittable?
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