Education Quote by Ernst Boris Chain
“Science, as long as it limits itself to the descriptive study of the laws of nature, has no moral or ethical quality and this applies to the physical as well as the biological sciences.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Philosophy of Science, 1950s
Science describes nature without moral judgment, separating facts from ethics.
In simple terms: Science is neutral about morals.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits of scientific authority.
Themes
science
ethics
objectivity
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
explanatory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- research funding
- public discourse
- education
- media reporting
Key Concepts
philosophy of science
value neutrality
Questions to Reflect On
- How should society govern scientific research?
- Can science ever be truly value‑free?
A Different Perspective
Science can be misused when detached from ethics.
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