"I think, however, that so long as our present economic and national systems continue, scientific research has little to fear"
- John B. S. Haldane
About this Quote
In this quote, John B. S. Haldane is revealing his belief that as long as our existing financial and national systems stay in location, scientific research will not face any significant hazards. He suggests that the stability and structure of these systems supply a safe environment for scientific research study to prosper. Haldane might be indicating that in times of financial or political instability, clinical development may be impeded or even reduced. For that reason, he sees the extension of these systems as essential for the advancement of scientific knowledge. This quote highlights the interconnectedness of various societal systems and their effect on the progress of science.
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