Golden rule Quote by Maurice Allais
““Submission to the experimental data is the golden rule that dominates any scientific discipline.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: International Conference on Scientific Method, 1975
Scientists should let empirical evidence guide their theories, making data the supreme authority.
In simple terms: Data should lead scientific conclusions.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize evidence over speculation.
Themes
science
methodology
empiricism
truth
discipline
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- research labs
- academic publishing
- policy making
- public health decisions
Key Concepts
Scientific method
data dominance
theory testing
Questions to Reflect On
- When might data be insufficient?
- How to balance data with theory?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on data can ignore context or ethical concerns.
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