Admire Quote by Stephen Hawking
“Scientists tend to risk theories they admire”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio, 2011
Scientists often favor theories they admire, which can bias their assessment of risk.
In simple terms: Scientists may risk theories they like.
Recognize bias when evaluating theories.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grant review
- peer review
- policy making
- public communication
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can reduce personal bias in scientific work?
- How do you balance admiration with critical scrutiny?
Admiration can cloud objective risk analysis.