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“The Anti-Vivisector does not deny that physiologists must make experiments and even take chances with new methods. He says that they must not seek knowledge by criminal methods, just as they must not make money by criminal methods. He does not object to Galileo dropping cannon balls from the top…” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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“The Anti-Vivisector does not deny that physiologists must make experiments and even take chances with new methods. He says that they must not seek knowledge by criminal methods, just as they must not make money by criminal methods. He does not object to Galileo dropping cannon balls from the top of the leaning tower of Pisa; but he would object to shoving off two dogs or American tourists.”

George Bernard Shaw

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Source Essay: The Anti‑Vivisector, 1905

Scientific progress must be ethical; methods must respect moral boundaries.

In simple terms: Science should be moral.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize ethics in research.

Themes

ethics science responsibility

Mood

thought‑provoking critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • medical research
  • animal testing
  • technology development
  • policy making

Key Concepts

bioethics philosophy of science

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is it ever justified to break moral rules for discovery?
  • How do we balance risk and morality?
A Different Perspective

Ethical constraints may slow innovation.

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