Accord Quote by John Charles Polanyi
“At the heart of science lies discovery which involves a change in worldview. Discovery in science is possible only in societies which accord their citizens the freedom to pursue the truth where it may lead and which therefore have respect for different paths to that truth.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Science and Society, University of Toronto, 2015
Scientific discovery reshapes worldviews and thrives only in free societies that respect diverse paths to truth.
In simple terms: Freedom fuels scientific breakthroughs.
Support intellectual freedom.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research labs
- policy making
- education reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies protect scientific inquiry?
- What role does diversity play in discovery?
Freedom alone may not guarantee funding.