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“Fundamental research is needed to make progress, which you cannot do solely by copying others. If you only do applied research, you quickly lose creativity.” quote by Francois Englert
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“Fundamental research is needed to make progress, which you cannot do solely by copying others. If you only do applied research, you quickly lose creativity.”

Francois Englert

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Source Speech: Interview on Research Policy, 1970s

Fundamental research fuels breakthroughs; copying alone limits innovation and creativity.

In simple terms: Basic research drives progress, not just imitation.

Key Takeaway

Invest in basic research.

Themes

research innovation creativity

Mood

thoughtful inspired

Type

analytical motivational

When to use this quote

  • academic labs
  • R&D departments
  • policy making
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

Scientific method knowledge creation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can institutions balance basic and applied research?
  • What incentives foster creative inquiry?
A Different Perspective

Applied work alone may stifle novel ideas.

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