Institution Quote by Yuval Noah Harari
““An institution can call itself by whatever name it wants, but if it lacks a strong self-correcting mechanism, it is not a scientific institution.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Homo Deus, 2015
Institutions lacking self‑correction cannot be truly scientific.
In simple terms: Need self‑correction for science.
Key Takeaway
Demand accountability mechanisms.
Themes
science
institution
integrity
self‑correction
truth
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- research labs
- policy making
- academic publishing
- tech development
Key Concepts
philosophy
epistemology
organizational design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we enforce self‑correction?
- What safeguards protect scientific integrity?
A Different Perspective
Self‑correction may be resisted by power structures.
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