Benefits Quote by Marie Curie
“We must not forget that when radium was discovered no one knew that it would prove useful in hospitals. The work was one of pure science. And this is a proof that scientific work must not be considered from the point of view of the direct usefulness of it. It must be done for itself, for the beauty of science, and then there is always the chance that a scientific discovery may become like the radium a benefit for humanity.”
About This Quote
Scientific research should be pursued for its intrinsic value and curiosity, not solely for immediate practical applications; unforeseen benefits may later emerge.
In simple terms: Value of pure science
Key Takeaway
Pure research can yield unexpected societal gains
Themes
Philosophy of science
Innovation
Uncertainty
Historical examples
Ethics
Mood
Inspirational
Reflective
Optimistic
Type
Anecdotal
Philosophical
When to use this quote
- Funding decisions
- Academic curricula
- Policy debates
- Public perception of research
Key Concepts
Intrinsic motivation
Serendipity
Long-term impact
Practical Applications
- Advocating for basic research funding
- Designing science education curricula
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria should guide research investment?
- How can we balance curiosity-driven and goal-oriented science?
![“[The Dalai Lama] told me some years ago, "I've made every concession to China, and I've been as open and tolerant as I could, and still things get worse in Tibet." If you look at it from one point of view, as he himself says, his monastic position of forbearance and nonviolence hasn't reaped any…” quote by Pico Iyer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9fe/pico-iyer-1252_benefits_the-dalai-lama-told-me-some-years-ago-i_678.jpg)
