Addresses Quote by Serge Lang
“To address questions of scientific responsibility does not necessarily imply that one needs technical competence in a particular field (e.g. biology) to evaluate certain technical matters.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Ethics in Science, University of Chicago, 1975
Scientific responsibility can be upheld through ethical reasoning and interdisciplinary dialogue, not just technical expertise.
In simple terms: Responsibility needs ethics, not just technical skill.
Cultivate ethical literacy across fields.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- research oversight
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical frameworks guide your field?
- How can non‑experts contribute to scientific debates?
Technical gaps may limit nuanced judgments.