Duty Quote by Tasuku Honjo
“The government's duty is to support basic sciences.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nobel Laureate Acceptance, 2018
Government investment in fundamental research underpins long‑term scientific progress.
In simple terms: Support basic science for future breakthroughs.
Advocate for sustained research funding.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grant applications
- policy lobbying
- educational outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can scientists influence policy?
- What alternative funding models exist?
Funding priorities may shift with politics.