BROWNSVILLE, TX – Every great breakthrough starts with confidence, optimism... and one person saying, "I think it's a dud." Science has always relied on brave volunteers, questionable decisions, and a healthy belief that this time will be different. Whether it's a backyard firework or a rocket the size of a building, there's always someone willing to investigate the suspiciously quiet fuse—while everyone else offers moral support from what they consider a "safe" distance. Progress may not always be glamorous, but it certainly keeps things exciting.