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“Science that abdicates its cultural values risks being perceived as an extension of technology, an instrument in the hands of political or economic power. Humanity that disavows science risks falling into the hands of superstition.” quote by Nicola Cabibbo
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“Science that abdicates its cultural values risks being perceived as an extension of technology, an instrument in the hands of political or economic power. Humanity that disavows science risks falling into the hands of superstition.”

Nicola Cabibbo

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Source Speech: International Science Forum, 1998

Science without cultural values becomes a tool for power; rejecting science leads to superstition, highlighting the need for ethical grounding.

In simple terms: Science must stay tied to cultural values, or it risks misuse.

Key Takeaway

Integrate ethics into scientific practice.

Themes

science ethics culture politics

Mood

concerned inspired

Type

philosophical activist

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • public education
  • interdisciplinary dialogue

Key Concepts

technological determinism secularism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What values should guide science?
  • How to prevent misuse by power?
A Different Perspective

May ignore practical constraints on cultural integration.

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