Able Quote by Kenichi Fukui
“We think that it is the best scientists working in the frontier fields of science who are best able to judge what is good and what is bad - if any - in the application of their scientific research.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Scientific Ethics Conference, 1998
Frontier scientists are best suited to evaluate the moral implications of their research applications.
In simple terms: Top scientists can judge good vs bad in research
Key Takeaway
Rely on expert judgment for scientific ethics
Themes
science
ethics
responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- lab decisions
- policy advising
- public communication
- technology deployment
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
research integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure diverse perspectives in scientific oversight?
- What safeguards prevent misuse of scientific breakthroughs?
A Different Perspective
Experts may have conflicts of interest or bias
