Basic research Quote by Michael Rosbash
“We benefited from an enlightened post-war period in the United States: Our National Institutes of Health have enthusiastically and generously supported basic research.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on NIH Funding, 2015
The statement praises the post‑war era’s generous support for basic research by the NIH.
In simple terms: NIH funded basic science generously after WWII.
Key Takeaway
Support basic research for long‑term innovation.
Themes
science
policy
history
Mood
optimistic
reflective
Type
informative
appreciative
When to use this quote
- grant writing
- academic careers
- policy advocacy
- science education
Key Concepts
funding
public health
research infrastructure
Questions to Reflect On
- How can researchers diversify funding sources?
- What role does public support play in scientific progress?
A Different Perspective
Funding can be subject to political shifts.
