Adapted Quote by Thomas Kuhn
“The resolution of revolutions is selection by conflict within the scientific community of the fittest way to practice future science. The net result of a sequence of such revolutionary selections, separated by periods of normal research, is the wonderfully adapted set of instruments we call modern scientific knowledge.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Structure of Scientific Revolutions by Thomas Kuhn, 1962
Scientific progress occurs through paradigm shifts, where conflicts drive the selection of superior theories.
In simple terms: Science advances via conflict and selection.
Key Takeaway
Embrace paradigm shifts.
Themes
science
progress
conflict
paradigm shifts
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- research funding decisions
- academic debates
- technology development
- policy making
Key Concepts
philosophy of science
evolutionary theory
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms ensure healthy scientific debate?
- How can we balance tradition with innovation?
A Different Perspective
Not all conflicts lead to beneficial change; resistance can stall progress.
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