In this brief essay, we argue that asking “what does 'fundamental' mean?” and “what is fundamental?” are two aspects of the same problem. Links between Reality and modelling (i.e. representations of Reality) are then discussed. It leads us to question the conditions and limitations establishing a scientific model. We reach the conclusion that the hiatus between Reality and its representations are a consequence of biasses from the very nature of human beings. In our opinion, the limits induced by our human nature are therefore the most fundamental things.
Xavier Derkx