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“It is a remarkable honor to receive a Nobel Prize, because it not only recognizes discoveries, but also their usefulness to the advancement of fundamental science.” quote by Peter Agre
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“It is a remarkable honor to receive a Nobel Prize, because it not only recognizes discoveries, but also their usefulness to the advancement of fundamental science.”

Peter Agre

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Source Speech: Nobel Prize Acceptance, Peter Agre, 2003

The award honors both discovery and practical impact on science advancement.

In simple terms: Nobel prizes reward useful discoveries.

Key Takeaway

Value usefulness in research.

Themes

recognition science impact

Mood

proud reflective

Type

award scientific

When to use this quote

  • grant applications
  • research proposals
  • policy making
  • public outreach

Key Concepts

innovation utility fundamental research

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure your work benefits science?
  • What metrics define usefulness?
A Different Perspective

Impact may be hard to measure immediately.

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