How did Wilhelm Ostwald contribute to the development of the artificial language Ido?

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Wilhelm Ostwald’s involvement with the artificial language Ido was rooted in his broader philosophy of "energetics," which emphasized the efficient use of "social energy."1

Viewing obstacles to scientific progress as a waste of this energy, Ostwald became an enthusiastic advocate for international reform in scientific organization and communication. Consequently, he actively supported the establishment of a "universal" artificial language to facilitate global scientific exchange, contributing to the development of Ido, which was created as a derivative of Esperanto to improve upon its perceived weaknesses.1