Application Quote by Louis Pasteur
“There is no such thing as applied science, only the application of pure science.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Scientific Reflections, 1865
Pure science provides the knowledge; applied science is the practical use of that knowledge to solve real problems.
In simple terms: Science is knowledge; application is using it.
Apply knowledge to solve problems.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research
- engineering
- policy making
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can pure research be better connected to real-world needs?
- What barriers exist between discovery and application?
Pure science may lack immediate relevance.