Body Quote by Oren Etzioni
“Just as our roads and bridges are overdue for investment, so is the infrastructure for scientific research; that is, the body of scientific thought and the tools for searching through it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Investing in Science Infrastructure, 2020
Scientific research needs continual investment in ideas and tools, like physical infrastructure.
In simple terms: Science needs ongoing investment.
Support research funding.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grant programs
- lab upgrades
- data platforms
- collaborative networks
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure long‑term support?
- What tools most hinder research?
Funding cycles are often short‑term.