Amount Quote by Bobby Ray Inman
“Society has recognized over time that certain kinds of scientific inquiry can endanger society as a whole and has applied either directly, or through scientific/ethical constraints, restrictions on the kind and amount of research that can be done in those areas.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public statements on scientific ethics, 1990s
Society limits risky research through policies and ethical oversight to protect humanity.
In simple terms: Society restricts dangerous science.
Key Takeaway
Support responsible research.
Themes
ethics
science policy
public safety
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
policy
ethical
When to use this quote
- government policy
- research funding
- industrial development
- public health
Key Concepts
risk assessment
regulation
precautionary principle
Questions to Reflect On
- What research should be limited?
- How to ensure safety without hindering progress?
A Different Perspective
Balancing innovation with safety can stifle breakthroughs.
