Ask HN: Getting a PhD for Independent Research
Is there a way to get Phd doctorates for work done independently, without needing to work within the bounds of the academic system.
But the PhD isn't all about the research you do. In fact, most PhD research is ignored. The PhD is training for doing independent research.
If you can already do independent research why do you need a degree? Isn't the pursuit of knowledge reason enough to do the research?