As the Leonardo scholar Charles Hope has pointed out, "He had no real understanding of the way in which the growth of knowledge was a cumulative and collaborative process."41 Although he would occasionally let visitors glimpse his work, he did not seem to realize or care that the importance of research comes from its dissemination.
Charles Hope, a scholar of Leonardo da Vinci, highlights that Da Vinci lacked a true appreciation for the collaborative nature of knowledge development. This suggests that he viewed his discoveries as largely individual accomplishments rather than part of a broader, collective effort in the scientific community.
Moreover, despite offering occasional insights into his work for visitors, Da Vinci appeared indifferent to the significance of sharing his research. This indicates that he may not have fully comprehended that the value of his findings would be enhanced through wider communication and engagement with others.
