0 happening because of a very old habit from a long time ago in human history, not because of a conscious decision or because it is necessary now: --
The present tight funding of basic research makes that all the more likely, because it brings out atavistic tendencies in those who conduct peer reviews.
On the other hand, he has to pay attention to the more atavistic wing of his party.
In addition, there is the atavistic desire of certain regimes to arm themselves to the teeth.
In opposition, they demonstrate a sense of atavistic frustration and genuine bewilderment about where to go.
Will he stop being complacent and atavistic in his attitude towards what has gone on in the past?
I hope that we shall do our utmost to use international instruments rather than those of atavistic militarism.
Some atavistic, imperial pride keeps everybody silent when money is poured into the desert sand.
Rather than a vision of technical marvels, he sees an urban ruin, an atavistic space inhabited by people whose lives are little better than those of troglodytes.
